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Noun kingmaker has 1 sense
  1. kingmaker - an important person who can bring leaders to power through the exercise of political influence; "the Earl of Warwick was the first kingmaker"
    --1 is a kind of
    important person, influential person, personage

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Kingmaker

Description:

A kingmaker is a person or group with the power to influence the selection or rise of a monarch or political leader. They possess the ability to sway the outcome of political events or elections, often playing a pivotal role in determining who will hold power.

Examples:

Noun: The rich tycoon became known as the kingmaker, as his financial support could make or break a political candidate's campaign.

Noun: Throughout history, there have been many instances where a kingmaker has determined the fate of a nation by supporting a particular claimant to the throne.

Noun: In the game of thrones, the character Lord Varys often assumes the role of a cunning kingmaker, manipulating situations and alliances to serve his own interests.

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Related Terms:

  • Monarch
  • Political leader
  • Election
  • Power influence
  • Throne
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