Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus

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Definition

Proper noun A Roman statesman from the 5th century BC, celebrated as an exemplar of civic virtue, humility, and leadership. He is famous for being appointed dictator of Rome to handle a crisis, and then voluntarily relinquishing his absolute power to return to his farm once the crisis was resolved.

Usage and Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The story of Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus is often cited as a lesson in selfless leadership.
    • Many historians admire Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus for his devotion to the republic over personal power.
Advanced Usage
  • "A Cincinnatus": Used as an epithet or metaphor to describe a leader who assumes power reluctantly during an emergency and steps down willingly when the task is complete.
    • The general was hailed as a modern Cincinnatus after he restored order and returned to civilian life.
Variants and Related Words
  • Cincinnatus (noun): The shortened, more common form of the name used to refer to the historical figure or the ideal he represents.
    • The city of Cincinnati, Ohio, is named in honor of the society of the Cincinnatus, which itself honored the Roman ideal.
Synonyms
  • Paragon of civic virtue: A model of excellent citizenship.
  • Reluctant dictator: A leader who assumes supreme authority out of necessity, not ambition.
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • "To follow the example of Cincinnatus": To put public duty before personal interest and to relinquish power gracefully.
    • The retiring president was praised for his decision to follow the example of Cincinnatus.
Noun
  1. Roman statesman regarded as a model of simple virtue; he twice was called to assume dictatorship of Rome and each time retired to his farm (519-438 BC)

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