Thesaurus results for PATRIARCH

patriarch

noun

Definition of patriarch

as in grandfather

a man who is the head of a family Investors worried that the aging patriarch was soon to be replaced atop the family business by his less reliable oldest son.

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Recent Examples of patriarch Told by the patriarch of a newspaper family — one who knows that every story, by the end, should leave the reader wanting to read more. — Alex Zietlow july 1, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2026 Christie’s catalogue describes it as an exceptionally rare treatment of a pivotal political moment, when Mehmed sought to consolidate his rule over the former Byzantine capital by installing Gennadius as patriarch of the Orthodox Church. — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 30 June 2026 Ellison was a respected Atlanta businessman, community leader, and family patriarch. — Nakell Williams, CBS News, 30 June 2026 Costner portrayed family patriarch John Dutton on Yellowstone, which aired from 2018 until 2024. — Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for patriarch

Recent Examples of Synonyms for patriarch

Noun

If their grandfather wants to repair the relationship, a check isn’t going to be the thing to do it.

— R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026
Lock was a third-generation Mizzou Tiger, following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather.

— PJ Green July 9, Kansas City Star, 9 July 2026

Definition of grandfather

Noun

His passion for politics began at a young age and stemmed from his father who served in the Army and imparted values about duty and service.

— Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 8 July 2026
He is believed to be in hiding after reportedly being wounded in the airstrike that killed his father.

— Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026