Minister
Noun
UK
/ˈmɪn.ɪ.stər/
US
/ˈmɪn.ɪ.stɚ/
Definition
A person in government or religion who helps guide or manage others.
Example
"The minister spoke at the meeting."
"The education minister plans to improve schools across the country this year."
"A church minister helps people with advice and spiritual guidance."
Explanation
A minister is a person who works in government and helps make decisions or manage certain areas, like health, education, or finance. Ministers can also help people spiritually as part of a religion, such as a church minister. They help run the country or guide people, but sometimes their decisions can be challenged or criticised.