Satrap

Pronunciation: /ˈsæˌtræp/

Definitions of satrap

noun a governor of a province in ancient Persia

Example Sentences

A1 The satrap was a powerful governor in ancient Persia.

A2 The satrap collected taxes and maintained order in his region.

B1 The satrap was appointed by the king to oversee the province.

B2 The satrap's authority extended over multiple cities within the empire.

C1 The satrap wielded significant political influence and controlled vast resources.

C2 The satrap's decisions could impact the entire empire's economy and stability.

Examples of satrap in a Sentence

formal The satrap was appointed by the king to govern the province.

informal The satrap was in charge of the region and made all the decisions.

slang The satrap had all the power in that area, like a boss.

figurative The CEO of the company was like a satrap, with authority over all departments.

Grammatical Forms of satrap

• past tense: satrapped
• plural: satraps
• comparative: more satrap
• superlative: most satrap
• present tense: satraps
• future tense: will satrap
• perfect tense: have satrapped
• continuous tense: is satrapping
• singular: satrap
• positive degree: satrap
• infinitive: to satrap
• gerund: satrapping
• participle: satrapping

Origin and Evolution of satrap

First Known Use: 0500 year

Language of Origin: Old Persian

Story behind the word: The word 'satrap' originated from ancient Persia, where it referred to provincial governors appointed by the Persian kings.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'satrap' came to be used more broadly to refer to any subordinate ruler or official with great power and authority, often in a derogatory sense implying corruption or tyranny.