Definition of chieftain

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  • chieftain is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 17
  • chieftain is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 17
  • chieftain is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 18

Definition of chieftain

  • the leader of a group of people (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. captain
  • the head of a tribe or clan (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. chief
    2. headman
    3. tribal chief

See definition of chieftain in Merriam Webster