sachem (Meaning)

Wordnet

sachem (n)

a political leader (especially of Tammany Hall)

a chief of a North American tribe or confederation (especially an Algonquian chief)

Webster

sachem (n.)

A chief of a tribe of the American Indians; a sagamore.

Synonyms & Antonyms of sachem

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sachem Sentence Examples

  1. The Native American sachem presided over tribal matters with wisdom and diplomacy.
  2. The sachem's totem, a symbol of his leadership, was carved into the ceremonial council house.
  3. As the tribe's representative, the sachem communicated with settlers and negotiated treaties.
  4. The sachem's advisors, known as warchiefs, provided counsel on military matters.
  5. During a council meeting, the sachem listened attentively to the concerns of his people.
  6. The sachem's authority was based on his ability to maintain peace and prosperity.
  7. A powerful sachem extended his influence over neighboring tribes through alliances and trade.
  8. The sachem's lodge was a sanctuary where he received important visitors and made decisions.
  9. To become a sachem, a Native American had to demonstrate courage, skill, and wisdom.
  10. The sachem's legacy lived on in the traditions and stories passed down through generations.

FAQs About the word sachem

a political leader (especially of Tammany Hall), a chief of a North American tribe or confederation (especially an Algonquian chief)A chief of a tribe of the Am

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The Native American sachem presided over tribal matters with wisdom and diplomacy.

The sachem's totem, a symbol of his leadership, was carved into the ceremonial council house.

As the tribe's representative, the sachem communicated with settlers and negotiated treaties.

The sachem's advisors, known as warchiefs, provided counsel on military matters.