Definition

Proper noun: - Alexander Hamilton: A Founding Father of the United States, a statesman, and leader of the Federalist Party. He served as the first Secretary of the Treasury, where he established the nation's financial system, including a federal bank. He died after being mortally wounded in a duel with political rival Aaron Burr (1755-1804).

Usage

• As a subject or object of historical discussion:
  • Alexander Hamilton was a key author of the Federalist Papers.
  • The musical Hamilton tells the story of Alexander Hamilton's life.
• In possessive form to denote association:
  • Alexander Hamilton's financial plan was controversial.

Advanced Usage

• Historical and cultural reference: The name is used to refer to his political philosophy, economic policies, or his enduring legacy in American history and popular culture.
  • The debate centered on Hamiltonian economics versus Jeffersonian ideals.

Variants and Related Words

• Hamiltonian (adj): Pertaining to Alexander Hamilton or his political and economic principles.
  • Hamiltonian federalism favored a strong central government.
• Hamilton (n): A common shortened reference in historical and cultural contexts.
  • The biography is simply titled Hamilton.

Synonyms

• Founding Father: A general term for a prominent statesman who helped establish the United States.
• Statesman: A skilled, experienced, and respected political leader.

Related Phrases

• The Hamilton-Burr duel: The specific historical event referring to the fatal duel between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr.
  • The Hamilton-Burr duel is a famous episode in American political history.

Noun

1. United States statesman and leader of the Federalists; as the first Secretary of the Treasury he establish a federal bank; was mortally wounded in a duel with Aaron Burr (1755-1804)