chiliarch

/ˈtʃɪliˌɑr(k)/, /ˈtʃɪliˌɑːr/

Definitions

1. noun

A high-ranking officer in ancient Greek or Roman armies, ranking below a strategos.

“The chiliarch was tasked with commanding a large portion of the Roman legion.”

Synonyms

  • general
  • high-ranking officer

Antonyms

  • private
  • soldier