qadhafi
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Definition
Proper noun: - A former Libyan political and military leader. He came to power through a military coup in 1969, overthrowing the monarchy. His rule was characterized by a political system blending socialist and pan-Arab ideologies with Islamic principles.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The policies of Qadhafi were controversial on the world stage.
- Historians analyze the rise and fall of Qadhafi's regime.
Advanced Usage
- The name is often used metonymically to refer to the Libyan government or state during his 42-year rule.
- Sanctions were imposed on Qadhafi for state-sponsored terrorism.
Variants and Related Words
- Muammar al-Qaddafi: A common alternate transliteration.
- Muammar Gaddafi: Another frequent spelling variant in English.
- Qaddafism (noun, rare): Refers to the political ideology or system associated with his rule.
Synonyms
- Dictator: A ruler with total power, often obtained by force.
- Autocrat: A ruler who holds absolute power.
Related Phrases
- The Qadhafi regime: The government and period of his rule.
- The Green Book: Refers to his political manifesto, outlining his ideology.
Noun
- Libyan leader who seized power in a military coup d'etat in 1969; deposed the Libyan monarchy and imposed socialism and Islamic orthodoxy on the country (born in 1942)