Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

noriega

Proper Noun
/nɔːˈriːɡə/
Definition
Manuel Noriega, a Panamanian general and military dictator who held power in Panama from 1983 until 1989.
Examples
  • Manuel Noriega was a key player in Panama’s history during the 1980s.
  • He was captured by U.S. forces in 1989 during the invasion of Panama.
Meaning
A controversial figure known for his complex relationships with the United States and involvement in drug trafficking.
Synonyms
  • Dictator
  • General
  • Military Leader