maffioso

/mæfˈiːzoʊ, mɑːfˈiːzoʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

A member of the Mafia, especially one involved in organized crime.

“The police were looking for the notorious mafioso who had been involved in the recent string of robberies.”

2. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the Mafia or organized crime.

“The mafioso tactics used by the company’s CEO raised suspicions among investors.”

Synonyms

  • gangster
  • hoodlum
  • mobster

Antonyms

  • law-abiding citizen
  • upstanding member of society