Elder Statesman (Noun)
Meaning 1
Any influential person whose advice is highly respected.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
An elderly statesman whose advice is sought be government leaders.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The elder statesman's years of experience and wisdom made him a valuable resource for the newly elected president.
- As a respected elder statesman, he was often called upon to mediate disputes between rival factions within the government.
- The government sought the counsel of the elder statesman on matters of foreign policy, valuing his insight and expertise.
- Despite his advanced age, the elder statesman remained a prominent figure in the country's politics, offering guidance and advice to leaders of all parties.
- The elder statesman's opinions were highly regarded by the government, and his endorsement was often sought before major policy decisions were made.