Shah Pahlavi (Noun)
Meaning
Shah of Iran who was deposed in 1979 by Islamic fundamentalists (1919-1980).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi was the Shah of Iran until he was overthrown in the Iranian Revolution of 1979.
- The Shah Pahlavi regime in Iran was criticized for its modernization efforts and violations of human rights.
- Shah Pahlavi fled Iran in January 1979 after widespread protests against his rule.
- The last Shah Pahlavi of Iran died in exile in Egypt in 1980 due to complications from cancer.
- Shah Pahlavi implemented many reforms during his reign, including the emancipation of women and land reform.