Definition

A younger son of a king in Spain or Portugal who is not the heir to the throne.

Example

The infante was known for his adventurous spirit and noble deeds.

Conversation

Did you know that in Spain, there's a title for younger sons of the king called infante?

Really? I had no idea there was a specific term for that.

Yeah, it’s interesting how different cultures have unique royal titles.

Absolutely! I'd love to learn more about their history.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Infante → The word comes from Latin 'infans' (meaning infant or child), which is derived from 'in-' (meaning not) and 'fans' (meaning speaking). An infante refers to a child or a young prince, particularly in Spanish and Portuguese contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'infans' meaning not able to speak, which helps you remember that an 'infante' is a young child or prince.

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