Statesman
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈsteɪtsmən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Statesman is a noun meaning A man who is a leader in national or international affairs.
Meaning
A man who is a leader in national or international affairs.
More Meanings
- A male political leader who promotes the public good or who is recognized for probity, leadership, or the qualities necessary to govern a state.
- (dialectal, Lake District) A man who lives on a landed estate; a small landholder.
Word Forms
- statesmen
Synonyms for statesman
Depending on context, synonyms include wealsman, solon.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include solon, politician, diplomat, leader, man, politicians.
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