Carbonarios (en. Carbonari)
/karβoˈnaɾjos/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Refers to the members of a clandestine organization that promotes revolutionary ideas or social change.
The carbonarios fought for the freedom of their people in the 19th century.
Los carbonarios lucharon por la libertad de su pueblo en el siglo XIX.
Refers to any person who follows the ideals of this secret society.
In his youth, he was a committed carbonario for just causes.
En su juventud, fue un carbonario comprometido con causas justas.
Etymology
Derives from the Italian 'carbonaro', meaning 'coalman', referring to the coalmen who formed the secret society.
Common Phrases and Expressions
conscious carbonario
A person who is aware of injustices and seeks to change them.
carbonario consciente
carbonarian mind
A mentality that opposes oppression.
mente carbonaria
carbonarian society
An organized group that fights for social reforms.
sociedad carbonaria
Related Words
revolution
Drastic change in the political or social structure of a place.
revolución
freedom
State of being free, not being under oppression.
libertad
justice
Moral principle that implies giving each person what they deserve.
justicia
Slang Meanings
A person who participates in clandestine social movements.
He is a carbonario in the fight for human rights.
Él es un carbonario en la lucha por los derechos humanos.
Term used to describe someone who challenges the established system.
He has earned the reputation of being a carbonario for his activism.
Se ha ganado la reputación de ser un carbonario por su activismo.