Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mafiosi

noun

/ˌmɑː.fəˈoʊ.si/

Definition

Members of the Mafia, particularly those engaged in organized crime.

Examples

The police are trying to infiltrate the network of mafiosi operating in the city.
Many mafiosi lead lives of luxury, funded by their criminal enterprises.
His film depicts the lives and struggles of the mafiosi.

Meaning

The term ‘mafiosi’ refers to individuals who are part of the Mafia, a powerful group involved in various illegal activities, including extortion, drug trafficking, and money laundering.