Political Leaders

5 words in this vocabulary list

noun a person of high rank or eminence, especially a noble or peer

  • The grandee of the town was known for his immense wealth and influence.
  • Everyone looks up to the grandee because he's so rich and powerful.
  • The grandee is like the big boss around here.
  • In the world of fashion, she was considered a grandee, with designers and models alike looking up to her.

noun A male adult human being

adjective Describing someone or something as outstanding or superior in quality

  • The history books often refer to Abraham Lincoln as a great man for his leadership during the Civil War.
  • My grandfather was a great man who always had a story to tell about the good old days.
  • Dude, that guy is a total legend - a real great man in my book.
  • In the world of art, Picasso is considered a great man for his revolutionary contributions to the medium.

adjective well-known, respected, and admired for past achievements

  • The university was proud to have an illustrious professor join their faculty.
  • She comes from an illustrious family with a long history of success.
  • That rapper has an illustrious career in the music industry.
  • The sunset painted an illustrious sky of vibrant colors.

noun The spiritual leader of the Roman Catholic Church, considered to be the successor of Saint Peter.

  • The pope visited the Vatican to address the crowds gathered in St. Peter's Square.
  • Did you hear about the new pope elected by the cardinals?
  • I can't believe the pope is coming to town, it's gonna be lit!
  • In the world of fashion, she is considered the pope of style.

noun Afridis - a plural noun referring to a tribe or group of people originating from the Afridi tribe in Pakistan and Afghanistan.

  • The Afridis are a Pashtun tribe primarily found in the Khyber Agency of Pakistan.
  • I heard the Afridis have a strong reputation for their fierce warrior skills.
  • The Afridis are known to be badass fighters.
  • The Afridis are like a force of nature, unstoppable in battle.