pizarro
Definition
Proper noun A Spanish conquistador and explorer. Francisco Pizarro led the expedition that conquered the Inca Empire in the region that is now Peru. He is also known for founding the city of Lima, which later became the capital.
Usage
This word is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to the historical figure. * Pizarro arrived in the New World seeking wealth and glory for Spain. * The conquest led by Pizarro dramatically changed the history of South America. * Many historical accounts detail the encounter between Pizarro and the Inca emperor Atahualpa.
Advanced Usage
- "The Pizarro brothers": Refers to Francisco and his brothers (Hernando, Juan, and Gonzalo), who were also involved in the conquest and early governance of Peru.
- The Pizarro brothers initially worked together but later faced conflict.
- Used attributively to describe things related to him.
- The Pizarro expedition faced immense hardship crossing the mountains.
Variants and Related Words
- Conquistador (noun): A general term for the Spanish conquerors of Mexico and Peru in the 16th century. Pizarro is one of the most famous .
- Lima (proper noun): The capital city of Peru, founded by Pizarro in 1535.
Synonyms
- Conqueror: A person who conquers a place or people. (Pizarro was the of the Inca Empire.)
- Explorer: A person who explores an unfamiliar area. (Like many of his time, Pizarro sought a new route to riches.)
Related Phrases and Contexts
- "The conquest of Peru": The historical event most associated with Pizarro.
- The conquest of Peru by Pizarro was completed with the capture of Cuzco.
- "The Battle of Cajamarca": The pivotal 1532 battle where Pizarro's small force captured the Inca Emperor Atahualpa.
- The Battle of Cajamarca was a decisive victory for Pizarro.
Noun
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Spanish conquistador who conquered the Incas in what is now Peru and founded the city of Lima (1475-1541)
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