stateswoman
English
Etymology
From state + -s- + -woman.
Noun
stateswoman (plural stateswomen)
- A woman who is a leader in national or international affairs.
- A female political leader who promotes the public good or who is recognized for probity, leadership, or the qualities necessary to govern a state.
Antonyms
- statesman
Hypernyms
- diplomat
- leader
- statesperson