Standard Synonyms
Head
Leader
Manager
Supervisor
Chief
Slang Synonyms
Head honcho
Big cheese
Top dog
Boss man
Academic Synonyms
Principal
Head
Boss
Supervisor
Leader
Commander
Captain
Old English Synonyms
Regional Synonyms
Leader
Instigator
Ringleader
Forefront
Head
Industry-specific Synonyms
CEO
President
Managing director
Executive director
Antonyms
Actor
Producer
Writer
Cast member
Performer
Meaning
A director is the person in charge of the overall creative vision and production of a film, play, or other performance.
Definition
The person in charge of making sure a movie or play is successful. This person is in charge of the acting, the set design, and the overall tone and feel of the production.
Example Sentences
1. The director of the company was very impressed with the new employee.
2. The director of the film was very unhappy with the actor’s performance.
3. The director of the school was very pleased with the progress of the students.
4. The director of the hospital was very concerned about the state of the patients.
5. The director of the department was very angry with the way the employees were behaving.