statesman

CEFRB2

/ˈsteɪtsmən/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    An experienced political leader.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    A male political leader who promotes the public good or who is recognized for probity, leadership, or the qualities necessary to govern a state.

Examples

  • The great statesman and general is still living.

  • Lincoln was a great statesman.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
4
Parts of speech
1

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meanings

  1. A man who is a leader in national or international affairs.

  2. A man who lives on a landed estate; a small landholder.

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Origin

noun

From state + -s- + -man, modelled after French homme d'État.