Meaning & use
generalissimo
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A supreme commander of the armed forces, especially in certain Spanish- or Italian-speaking countries.
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The generalissimo ruled the country for decades after seizing power in a coup.
Historians still debate the generalissimo's military decisions during the civil war.
A note on using this word
Borrowed from Italian and Spanish, the title has historically been used for figures like Francisco Franco of Spain and Chiang Kai-shek of China.
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commander in chiefsupreme commander
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