polemarch

[poh-luh-mahrk]

polemarch Definition

• 1. the highest-ranking military official in ancient Athens
• 2. the president of a society or organization

Using polemarch: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "polemarch" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The polemarch was responsible for leading the Athenian army.

• Example

  The polemarch of the chess club organized the tournament.

• Example

  The polemarch of the sorority made sure all members were following the rules.

polemarch Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for polemarch

• president
• chairman
• leader
• commander
• general

Phrases with polemarch

• polemarch of Athens

  the highest-ranking military official in ancient Athens, responsible for leading the army into battle

  Example

  The polemarch of Athens was a position of great responsibility and honor.

• polemarch of a society

  the president or leader of a society or organization

  Example

  The polemarch of the chess club organized the tournament.

• polemarch of a fraternity/sorority

  the highest-ranking officer in a fraternity or sorority

  Example

  The polemarch of the sorority made sure all members were following the rules.

Origins of polemarch

from Greek 'polemarchos', meaning 'warlord'

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Summary: polemarch in Brief

'Polemarch' [poh-luh-mahrk] refers to two distinct positions: the highest-ranking military official in ancient Athens and the president or leader of a society or organization. Examples include 'The polemarch was responsible for leading the Athenian army.' and 'The polemarch of the chess club organized the tournament.' 'Polemarch' is a formal term that can be replaced with synonyms like 'president' or 'leader,' or informal terms like 'head honcho' or 'top dog.'