Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cortes

noun

/ˈkɔːr.tes/

Definition

Cortes refers to legislative assemblies or councils, particularly those that were established in Spain and Latin America during their respective historical periods.

Examples

The Cortes of Cádiz was a pivotal institution during the Spanish War of Independence.
In the medieval period, the Castilian Cortes played an important role in the governance of Spain.
He has studied the functions of the cortes in Latin America’s colonial history.

Meaning

In historical context, ‘cortes’ often denotes the assembly or council of representatives formed to discuss and enact legislation, typically consisting of members from various social estates or classes.