Cacique
noun
A leader or chief in some indigenous communities in Latin America.
The cacique of the tribe held a meeting to discuss community issues.
Usage tips
Neutral
tribal leader,local authority,community chief
noun
A term used to describe a boss or leader who has control over a small group or area.
In the small town, the business owner was considered the cacique among the residents.
Usage tips
Informal
local boss,community leader,small-town chief
noun
A leader or chief in some indigenous communities in Latin America.
The cacique of the tribe held a meeting to discuss community issues.
Usage tips
Neutral
tribal leader,local authority,community chief
noun
A term used to describe a boss or leader who has control over a small group or area.
In the small town, the business owner was considered the cacique among the residents.
Usage tips
Informal
local boss,community leader,small-town chief
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Context
Understanding the role of a cacique requires knowledge of local customs and traditions.
In many indigenous cultures, the cacique is a central figure in maintaining social harmony.
Pro Tip 2/3Political Influence
Caciques often have significant political power within their communities.
In some areas, caciques may function similarly to local politicians.
Pro Tip 3/3Historical Significance
Caciques played important roles during the colonization of Latin America.
Many historical accounts highlight the resistance led by caciques against colonial powers.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Context
Understanding the role of a cacique requires knowledge of local customs and traditions.
In many indigenous cultures, the cacique is a central figure in maintaining social harmony.
Pro Tip 2/3Political Influence
Caciques often have significant political power within their communities.
In some areas, caciques may function similarly to local politicians.
Pro Tip 3/3Historical Significance
Caciques played important roles during the colonization of Latin America.
Many historical accounts highlight the resistance led by caciques against colonial powers.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Context
Understanding the role of a cacique requires knowledge of local customs and traditions.
In many indigenous cultures, the cacique is a central figure in maintaining social harmony.
Pro Tip 2/3Political Influence
Caciques often have significant political power within their communities.
In some areas, caciques may function similarly to local politicians.
Pro Tip 3/3Historical Significance
Caciques played important roles during the colonization of Latin America.
Many historical accounts highlight the resistance led by caciques against colonial powers.
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