Used to describe the act of abusing power or influence, typically in politics or local affairs. Similar to the English term 'to play the chief'. It comes from the term 'cacique', which refers to a local political leader or a chief of a small tribe.
Examples
- Spanish: El alcalde está acusado de caciquear en la distribución de los recursos del pueblo.
- English: The mayor is accused of 'caciquear' in the distribution of the town's resources.