ameer

Thân thiện

An ameer sits in a tent receiving visitors.

Definition

Noun: 1. An independent ruler or chieftain: A title for a leader, especially one who holds sovereign or high-ranking authority, historically used in parts of Africa, Arabia, and Central Asia. It is equivalent to "emir" or "amir."

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The desert tribe pledged allegiance to their ameer.
  • The ameer of the region was known for his wisdom and justice.
  • Historically, an ameer would command both military and civil authority.

Advanced Usage

• "The Ameer of...": A formal title used before a place name.
  • The Ameer of Kuwait addressed the assembly.
• Used in historical or literary contexts to evoke a specific cultural or period setting.

Variants and Related Words

• Emir (n): The more common modern spelling and variant of "ameer," with identical meaning.
  • The emir announced new economic policies.
• Amir (n): Another common transliteration variant.
• Emirate (n): The territory, rank, or office of an ameer/emir.
  • The emirate prospered under his rule.

Synonyms

• Chieftain: The leader of a tribe or clan.
• Ruler: A person who governs or commands.
• Sovereign: A supreme ruler, especially a monarch.

Related Phrases

• Ameer al-Mu'minin: An Arabic title meaning "Commander of the Faithful," historically used by certain Muslim caliphs and rulers.

Học thuật

Noun

1. an independent ruler or chieftain (especially in Africa or Arabia)

Từ đồng nghĩa

• emir
• amir
• emeer