CultureJuly 17, 2026
patriarch
/ˈpeɪtriɑːrk/
Definition
A male leader or figurehead who exerts central authority and influence, often characterized by heavy burden or moral responsibility.
Etymology
Originates from the Greek 'patriarches,' meaning 'father of a family or clan,' formed by combining 'pater' (father) and 'arkhein' (to rule). It entered English through Old French and Late Latin to describe the male head of a family or community.
In the news
The article uses the term to describe J. Robert Oppenheimer, characterizing him as a central, burdened leader whose intense personal responsibility defines his role in the film.
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