1. past tense of mentor; guided, advised, or taught someone, especially someone younger or less experienced

Examples

• She mentored several junior employees throughout her career.
• The professor mentored him during his graduate studies.
• He was mentored by a successful entrepreneur when he started his business.
• The senior doctor mentored the medical residents.
• She felt grateful to have been mentored by such an experienced teacher.
• The program paired experienced workers with newcomers who were mentored for six months.