Comptroller(noun)
An official who supervises and audits financial accounts, especially in a government department.
Hindi meaning:लेखा नियंत्रक/अंकेक्षक
Synonyms: Controller, Auditor, Financial officer, Supervisor
Antonyms: Subordinate, Underling, Follower, Employee
Example: The comptroller audited the department’s spending and flagged irregular payments.
Trick to remember: Think “COMP” = accounts + “controller” = control; so comptroller = the person who controls/checks accounts.
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