CEFR B2

matriarch

noun

Meaning

A woman who is the leader of a family or group, often the oldest or most respected member.

Examples

The matriarch of the family ruled with wisdom and strength.
In many elephant herds, a wise old female serves as the matriarch.

Synonyms: leader, head, chieftainess, governess

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matriarch (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈmeɪtriɑːrk/

Definition

A woman who is the leader of a family or group, often the oldest or most respected member.

Examples

The matriarch of the family ruled with wisdom and strength.
In many elephant herds, a wise old female serves as the matriarch.
She was the undisputed matriarch of the fashion industry for decades.

How to Use matriarch

matriarch of (prepositional phrase): The female leader of a specific group or family. — "She is the matriarch of the Smith family."

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