justiciero

justice-seeking

adjective hoos-tee-SYEH-roh Rare

Origin: From justicia (justice) + adjectival suffix -ero.

Also means

vigilante

Usage Note

Justiciero describes someone who zealously enforces or seeks justice, sometimes to a harsh degree. It can be positive (un héroe justiciero — a justice-delivering hero) or negative, implying a self-appointed avenger. The noun el justiciero is a common archetype in Spanish literature and film, similar to 'the avenger'. Do not confuse with justo (fair, just).

Examples

"El personaje es un héroe justiciero que protege a los débiles."

Natural Translation

The character is a justice-seeking hero who protects the weak.

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