mafioso

Meanings

• noun

  A member of the Mafia, an organized crime syndicate originating in Southern Italy and later spreading to the United States and other parts of the world.

  - "The mafioso ordered a hit on his rival."
  - "The mafioso's power extended beyond the city limits."
  - "The mafioso lived in fear of retaliation."

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Synonyms

goodfella , made man , mobster , wise guy

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with mafioso
majesto , casino , stupido

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Variants

List of all variants of mafioso that leads to same result
mafiosi , mafioso , mafiosos

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The term 'mafia' originated in Sicily in the late 19th century, and the term 'mafioso' refers to a member of this criminal organization.

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Trivia

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1. The Mafia's influence on American politics is estimated to have cost taxpayers over $400 billion.

2. The term 'mafia' comes from the Italian word 'mafia,' which means 'sicilian mule,' referring to the way the organization carried ill-gotten gains out of Sicily.

3. The Godfather, a famous mafia movie, was based on the novel by Mario Puzo.

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Related Concepts

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1. Mafia: An organized crime syndicate originating in Southern Italy, characterized by its hierarchical structure, code of conduct, and involvement in various criminal activities.

2. Cosa Nostra: A specific Italian Mafia group, also known as the 'Mafia Family,' which is one of the most powerful and influential criminal organizations in history.

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Culture

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The mafioso has been a popular figure in literature, film, and music, often portrayed as a powerful and feared criminal with a code of honor. The mafia's influence extended beyond crime, shaping Italian-American culture and politics.

How to Memorize "mafioso"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person dressed in a dark suit, wearing a fedora, and carrying a cigar. Imagine them giving orders to their associates in a dimly lit room.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'mafioso' with the image of a powerful and feared criminal boss.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'mafioso' is a member of the 'mafia,' an Italian criminal organization.

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