Emir

/əˈmɪr/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A prince or monarch in certain Islamic countries.

The emir of Qatar invited world leaders for a conference.

A high-ranking official or commander in the Islamic states.

The emir commanded his troops with great authority.

A title used to denote a leader of a group or tribe in the Arabic-speaking world.

The local emir was respected by all for his wisdom.

From Arabic أمير (amir) meaning 'commander' or 'prince'.

emirate

A political territory ruled by an emir.

emir of Qatar

The specific title for the ruler of Qatar.

crown emir

An emir who is next in line to become a king or leader.

sultan

A title of authority used in some Islamic countries, often a king or ruler.

caliph

A title for the chief Muslim religious leader, regarded as the successor to Prophet Muhammad.

sheikh

A title of respect for a leader or elder in Arab culture.

An influential leader in a certain context.

He's the emir of the tech industry, always leading with innovation.

Someone who commands respect in their field.

In the art world, she's the emir with her unrivaled taste.