mafia (Meaning)
mafia (n)
a crime syndicate in the United States; organized in families; believed to have important relations to the Sicilian Mafia
a secret terrorist group in Sicily; originally opposed tyranny but evolved into a criminal organization in the middle of the 19th century
any tightly knit group of trusted associates
mafia (n.)
A secret society which organized in Sicily as a political organization, but is now widespread among Italians, and is used to further or protect private interests, reputedly by illegal methods.
Synonyms & Antonyms of mafia
mafia Sentence Examples
- The mafia's grip on the city was unwavering, extorting businesses and controlling criminal activities with an iron fist.
- The FBI launched an extensive investigation into the mafia, aiming to dismantle its intricate network and break its hold on society.
- The informant had provided valuable information about the mafia's operations, risking his life to expose their nefarious deeds.
- The mafia boss was known for his ruthless tactics, eliminating rivals with cold-blooded precision.
- The police suspected a mafia connection in the recent string of unsolved murders, fearing the organization was escalating its criminal enterprise.
- The politician's close ties to the mafia raised concerns about corruption and the potential for organized crime to influence government decisions.
- The mafia's illicit activities extended beyond drug trafficking and money laundering, infiltrating legitimate businesses and manipulating the economy.
- The government implemented strict anti-mafia laws, seeking to disrupt the criminal organization and restore order to the streets.
- The mafia's grip on the underworld was challenged by rival gangs, leading to a turf war that threatened to plunge the city into chaos.
- Despite the efforts of law enforcement, the mafia remained a persistent threat, its shadowy presence lurking in the background of society.
FAQs About the word mafia
a crime syndicate in the United States; organized in families; believed to have important relations to the Sicilian Mafia, a secret terrorist group in Sicily; o
mob,gang, conspiracy, network, syndicate, clan, ring,crew, clique, cabal
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The mafia's grip on the city was unwavering, extorting businesses and controlling criminal activities with an iron fist.
The FBI launched an extensive investigation into the mafia, aiming to dismantle its intricate network and break its hold on society.
The informant had provided valuable information about the mafia's operations, risking his life to expose their nefarious deeds.
The mafia boss was known for his ruthless tactics, eliminating rivals with cold-blooded precision.
