statesperson

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A politician who is a leader in national or international affairs.
  2. A political leader who promotes the public good or who is recognized for probity, leadership, or the qualities necessary to govern a state.

Word forms

statesperson statespersons statespeople

Etymology

From state's + person.

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