1. a high-ranking administrative officer at a college or university, typically second in authority to the president
Usage: academic
2. a senior official in certain institutions, organizations, or local governments
Usage: formal; administrative
3. a military police officer responsible for maintaining order and discipline
Usage: military

Examples

• The provost announced new academic policies for the upcoming semester.
• She was appointed provost of the university last year.
• The provost marshal investigated the incident on the military base.
• As provost, he oversees all academic departments and faculty hiring.
• The college provost met with department heads to discuss budget cuts.
• Military provosts ensure discipline among the troops.
• The provost’s office handles student academic appeals.