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trusted advisor

trusted advisor

4 3.4
A person who gives reliable advice to someone over time
  • noun
  • /ˈtrʌstɪd əˈvaɪzər/
translation icon : asesor de confianza
  • Many have functioned as the president's most trusted advisor, while others have helped draft speeches, lobby Congress, and meet with constituents.
  • the most trusted advisor
  • become a trusted advisor

Now let's get into this concept of being the most trusted advisor for life.

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Examples

  • Oh, Jack, you are a trusted advisor.

  • We study the facts, consult with our trusted advisors and stakeholders, weigh up the risks, and then make up our minds.

    Blog text (13)
  • We are your trusted advisors on all the most important matters, right?

  • You need to build a team of trusted advisors.

    Blog text (7)
  • You were my most trusted advisor.

  • This person is going to be a trusted advisor for you, and you need to feel completely comfortable with them.

    Blog text (9)
  • Well, then as one of your most trusted advisors... and someone who knows how much you care about this company... I'm worried, Kay.

  • You helped me, you selected my entire board... you're my most trusted advisor... my dear friend.

  • A mentor is defined as someone who acts as a wise and trusted advisor, tutor, coach, counselor, and faithful friend.

    Academic text (2009)
  • For over five years, Sarah has been my most trusted advisor in making important decisions.

Synonyms

advisor
vstrusted advisor
  • US
271 2.8

A person who gives expert advice about a particular subject

is a person relied on for ongoing sound advice rather than only field expertise
confidant
vstrusted advisor
30 5.1

A person you trust with your private thoughts or problems

focuses on giving reliable ongoing advice and guidance rather than only keeping secrets
confidante
vstrusted advisor
15 6.6

A woman you trust with your secrets

is the general long-term source of guidance, not mainly a secret-keeper
consigliere
vstrusted advisor
8 9.9

A trusted advisor to a leader, often in a criminal group like the Mafia

is a generally relied upon source of guidance across contexts, not leader-specific
consultor
vstrusted advisor
  • Formal
8.3

A person who gives expert advice to an organization or church

is a generally relied upon source of guidance across many contexts, not solely official
consulter
vstrusted advisor
6.0

A person who gives advice or information as an expert

is relied on over time for continued sound guidance, not just asked once

How Trusted

trusted advisor
4 3.4
confidant
30 5.1
advisor
  • US
271 2.8
consultant
537 3.8

Surface Forms

Morphology

trusted + advisor

The meaning is directly compositional: 'trusted' (reliable, deserving of confidence) modifies 'advisor' (a person who gives advice), yielding an advisor who is relied upon for guidance. This adjective+noun pattern is a basic, cross-linguistically common combination, so a B1 learner who knows both words will readily infer the MWE's meaning.

Etymology

The phrase trusted advisor comes from a simple picture: someone you can trust who stands close as an advisor, quietly giving advice to a leader. So it means a person you 'rely on' to 'give good advice' over time.