berlusconiano

Berlusconian, of or relating to Berlusconi

adjective ber-loo-skoh-NYAH-noh Rare

Also means

supporter of Berlusconi

Usage Note

Berlusconiano is a political adjective derived from the name of former Italian prime minister Silvio Berlusconi, used to describe his style, policies, or followers. As a noun (un berlusconiano) it means a Berlusconi supporter or loyalist, often with a polemical tone in current usage.

Examples

"Il linguaggio berlusconiano è ancora molto diffuso."

Natural Translation

Berlusconian language is still very widespread.

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