founder

Definitions

A person who establishes an institution, organization, or settlement.

To fail utterly or collapse, typically referring to a plan, project, or enterprise.

To fill with water and sink, specifically in reference to a ship or boat.

Examples

Steve Jobs was a co-founder of Apple Inc.

The founder of the charity dedicated her life to helping those in need.

The startup's founder presented a bold vision for the future of the company.

Synonyms

creator originator initiator architect pioneer establisher author

Antonyms

destroyer terminator abolisher dismantler liquidator finisher wrecker