Vizier (Noun)
Meaning
A high official in a Muslim government (especially in the Ottoman Empire).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The Sultan appointed a new vizier to oversee the empire's finances and economy.
- In the 16th century, the Grand Vizier was the most powerful official in the Ottoman Empire.
- The vizier was responsible for advising the Sultan on matters of state and foreign policy.
- As the chief minister, the vizier was instrumental in shaping the empire's military campaigns.
- During his reign, the vizier implemented several key reforms to strengthen the empire's bureaucracy.