Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

conquistador

Noun

/kɒŋˈkɪstəˌdɔːr/

Definition

A conquistador refers to a Spanish explorer or conqueror, particularly one who took part in the Spanish conquest of the Americas during the 15th to 17th centuries.

Examples

Hernán Cortés was a famous conquistador known for his role in the fall of the Aztec Empire.
The conquistadors brought European culture to the Americas, but their conquests also resulted in the suffering of the indigenous populations.
Many conquistadors sought glory and wealth in the new lands they explored.

Meaning

The term is used to describe individuals who were involved in the conquest and colonization of new territories, often leading to significant changes in those areas.