matador

/məˈtɑːdɔr/ or /məˈtɑːdɔʳr/

Definitions

1. noun

a man who participates in a bullfight, especially as a professional.

“The matador entered the bullring with great confidence.”

2. noun

a person who is skilled at overcoming or dealing with difficult problems or situations.

“He was a matador of bureaucracy, able to navigate the complex system with ease.”

Synonyms

  • bullfighter
  • torero

Antonyms

  • coward
  • timid