noun
- a woman who is the head of a family or tribe
- an older woman who is respected and influential in a family or community
Examples
- The grandmother served as the matriarch of the large extended family.
- After her husband’s death, she became the matriarch who made all major decisions.
- The tribal matriarch passed down ancient traditions to younger generations.
- She was considered the matriarch of the local arts community.
- The family matriarch organized every holiday gathering for decades.
- As the eldest daughter, she inherited the role of matriarch.
- The matriarch’s wisdom guided the family through difficult times.