26984 words

patriarch

4 definitions • 5 examples
1
a powerful man in a family:

Examples:

In the movie, Williams plays the part of the family patriarch.
The patriarch, Joseph P. Kennedy, died in the autumn of 1969.
2
the male leader of a society in which power passes from father to son:

Examples:

Ancient patriarchs abided by the rules set by Buddha Shakyamuni.
The patriarch of the Sunni community appeared on television to appeal for calm.
3

Examples:

The patriarch is required to be a Turkish citizen and is elected by the Synod of Metropolitans.
4
a powerful and usually older man in charge of a family, or the male leader of a society in which men hold power

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