protege
UK: ˈprɒt.ə.ʒeɪ | US: ˈproʊ.tə.ʒeɪ
n. a person who is guided, supported, or trained by someone more experienced or influential.
The word "protege" originates from French protégé (past participle of protéger, meaning "to protect"). It combines the Latin root proteg- (from protegere, "to cover or shield") with the French suffix -é, indicating a person associated with the action. The term reflects the mentor-mentee relationship, where the mentor "protects" or nurtures the protege's development.
The famous painter took the young artist as his protege.
She was proud to be the protege of a Nobel Prize-winning scientist.
Many of his proteges went on to become leaders in their fields.
The CEO’s protege quickly rose through the ranks of the company.
As a protege, he received invaluable guidance from his mentor.