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chieftain

/ˈtʃiːftən/

/ˈtʃiftən/

chieftainnoun

chieftains

/ˈtʃiːftən/

/ˈtʃiftən/

Translations

dirigeantSens figuré ou institutionnel.

The business chieftain was known for his strategic acumen and leadership skills.

Le dirigeant d’entreprise était connu pour son sens stratégique et ses qualités de meneur.

chefChef d’un peuple, d’une tribu ou d’un clan.

The chieftain led his tribe with wisdom and courage.

Le chef mena sa tribu avec sagesse et courage.

Additional translations

caciqueSens figuré, surtout pour une personnalité puissante ou influente.

chef de clanPrécise davantage le sens tribal ou familial.

Definitions

A leader or ruler of a people or clan.

The chieftain led his tribe with wisdom and courage.

A powerful member or leader of an organization or group.

The business chieftain was known for his strategic acumen and leadership skills.

Synonyms

chieftainadjective

more chieftain

Comp.

most chieftain

Super.

/ˈtʃiːf.tɪn/

/ˈtʃiːf.tən/

Used attributively before another noun to denote association with or characteristic of a chieftain.

Translations

Additional translations

de chefRare, littéraire.

Definitions

Relating to or characteristic of a chieftain.

The shaman wore a chieftain headdress adorned with feathers.