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There are 2 meanings of the word Chieftain.

Chieftain - as a noun

The leader of a group of people

Example: "A captain of industry"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
captain

The head of a tribe or clan

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chiefheadmantribal chief
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
leader
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The chieftain led his tribe into battle."
"The village chieftain was respected by all."
"The chieftain negotiated peace treaties with neighboring tribes."
"The chieftain wore a traditional headdress made of feathers."
"The chieftain's word was law within the tribe."
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Word Game Points

Is CHIEFTAIN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, chieftain is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CHIEFTAIN has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is CHIEFTAIN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, chieftain is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CHIEFTAIN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is CHIEFTAIN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, chieftain is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CHIEFTAIN has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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