COLLECTOR Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

collector

noun

Definition of collector

as in connoisseur

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Recent Examples of collector The car was later acquired by Alfredo Brener, an East Coast collector of coachbuilt performance machinery. — Howard Walker, Robb Report, 3 July 2026 The Ouachita County chief deputy collector was arrested this week in the theft of more than $3,500 in cash funds, a news release from the Arkansas State Police says. — Rafael Escalera Montoto, Arkansas Online, 2 July 2026 Lewis, a formidable collector, accumulated these masterpieces alongside his daughter Vivienne, an equally impassioned art enthusiast. — News Desk, Artforum, 25 June 2026 As the global collector car calendar continues to expand beyond traditional concours destinations, Concours of Elegance Germany 2026 is positioning itself as one of Europe's standout automotive events. — Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for collector

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Noun

For discerning connoisseurs, Paris is the destination to find these pieces.

— Micaela English, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026
Whether a whiskey connoisseur, aviation aficionado, outdoor adventurer, or eclectic foodie, the small town of Tullahoma, Tennessee, has much to offer you.

— Korrin Bishop, Southern Living, 1 July 2026

Definition of connoisseur

Noun

It also should be noted three-time MVP Jokic is a close friend of Braun who is an admirer of the former KU wing’s style of play and production on both offense and defense.

— Gary Bedore June 18, Kansas City Star, 18 June 2026
Tardieu, who has long counted himself an admirer of Brazil scored in the match and initially struggled to process the feat.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 18 June 2026

Definition of admirer

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Courtside fans Swift and Kelce were most recently spotted sitting court-side at game three of the Eastern Conference Finals played between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the New York Knicks in May 2026.

— Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
The first-year pro soccer club dropped a 2-1 home game to One Knoxville, watching the Tennessee side and reigning league champ rally to steal all three points in front of 7,223 fans at Expo Idaho.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 3 July 2026

Definition of fan

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But this should be guided and individualized by the right expert in terms of counseling and determining both the risks and benefits of sports based on the cardiac diagnosis and type of sport engaged in by the athlete.

— Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
Sandy Baum, an expert in education finance with the Urban Institute, said the new loan limits are unreasonably low, but uncapped borrowing was a real problem and some restrictions are necessary.

— Andrew Khouri, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026

Definition of expert

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This guide offers both traditional and innovative recipes, perfect for fans of farfalle, gnocchi enthusiasts, or noodle soup lovers.

— Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 July 2026
As the United States marks its 250th birthday, many astronomy enthusiasts may be asking exactly that.

— Joe Rao, Space.com, 4 July 2026

Definition of enthusiast

Noun

Lindsay's sister Nicole (Christy Carlson Romano) seems to be the first to notice the enemies-to-lovers sparks flying, especially as Philip slips a sparkly shoe onto Lindsey's foot.

— Breanne L. Heldman, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
The track went viral on TikTok earlier this year, with longtime lovers of the musician remembering the hit, while younger fans may have discovered it for the first time.

— Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026