Doyen

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What Does Doyen Mean?

  • 首席
  • 资深者
  • 老资格

Doyen Pronunciation

/dɔɪˈɛn/

Doyen Definition

noun

Definition

the senior member of a group, particularly in professional or academic contexts, often regarded as a leader or authority.

In ZH

某个群体中资深的成员，尤其在专业或学术环境中，通常被认为是领导者或权威。

How to Use Doyen in a Sentence

  • He is considered the doyen of modern philosophy.
  • As the doyen of the department, she has a lot of influence on new hires.
  • The doyen of the art world opened the exhibition.
  • In the world of finance, he is the doyen, having decades of experience.
  • The doyen of the writers' guild is respected by all members.

Cultural Notes

In some cultures, being a 'doyen' reflects not only experience but also a level of respect and authority that is acknowledged by peers.