Meaning & use
Borgia
A powerful Italian-Spanish noble family of the Renaissance, known for political ambition and scandal.
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Cesare Borgia used ruthless tactics to expand his family's territory across Italy.
Pope Alexander VI, born Rodrigo Borgia, remains one of history's most controversial popes.
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The name Borgia is often used today as shorthand for ruthless political scheming and intrigue.
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