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    Richelieu (en. Richelieu)

    /ʁi.ʃə.ljø/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Name of an influential minister under Louis XIII, known for his role in the centralization of power.
    Cardinal Richelieu was a remarkable political strategist.
    Le cardinal Richelieu a été un stratège politique remarquable.
    Refers to policies or ideas inspired by Cardinal Richelieu.
    His political decisions were very 'richelieu'.
    Ses décisions politiques étaient très 'richelieu'.
    Can refer to places, institutions, or works associated with the cardinal.
    The Château de Richelieu is an important historical site.
    Le château de Richelieu est un lieu historique important.

    Etymology

    The word 'richelieu' derives from the surname of a 17th-century French cardinal.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    In the manner of Richelieu
    To behave or act with the intelligence and political strategy of Cardinal Richelieu.
    À la manière de Richelieu
    Richelieu Spirit
    A strategic and centralizing mentality.
    Esprit Richelieu

    Related Words

    cardinal
    Refers to a member of the Catholic clergy, usually of high rank.
    cardinal
    minister
    A member of the government responsible for a particular area.
    ministre
    politician
    A person involved in politics, often at a governmental level.
    politicien

    Slang Meanings

    Used to denote a sly or cunning strategy in politics.
    He maneuvered like a true Richelieu.
    Il a manœuvré comme un vrai Richelieu.
    Refers to someone who has significant influence over decisions.
    She is the Richelieu of this organization.
    C'est elle le Richelieu de cette organisation.