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Rigoberta

Noun

Sense 1:

A female given name of indigenous Guatemalan origin.

Example Sentence:

I met a woman named Rigoberta at the conference.

Proper Noun

Sense 1:

Short for Rigoberta Menchú, a Guatemalan indigenous rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.

Example Sentence:

Rigoberta Menchú fought tirelessly for the rights of indigenous peoples.

Adjective

Sense 1:

Pertaining to or characteristic of the indigenous people of Guatemala.

Example Sentence:

The Rigoberta textile patterns showcase the rich cultural heritage of Guatemala.

Verb

Sense 1:

To engage in a conversation or debate with a strong sense of conviction.

Example Sentence:

We can rigoberta about the merits of this political proposal, but ultimately the decision lies with the board.