Synonyms of chieftain

1 Syllable

boss, doyen, head, cfo

2 Syllables

captain, master, emirs, captains, masters, headman, bigwig, ruler, leaders, leader, emir, helmers, helmer, amir

3 Syllables

generals, handshaker, grandstander, higher-up, democrat, commandant, four-striper, ringleader, director, superiors

4 Syllables

whistle-stopper, baby-kisser, congressperson, politicians, potentate, republican, politician, republicans, orchestrator