FLOTUS
First lady, abbreviated
FLOTUS is an acronym for First Lady of the United States—the wife of the sitting president.
The term emerged alongside POTUS (President of the United States) as shorthand in political reporting and Secret Service communications: FLOTUS attended the state dinner.
It appears in headlines and casual political discussion more than formal contexts.
Formal beginning ceremony
- receptionAct of receiving guests
- galaFestive formal occasion
- ribbon-cuttingCeremonial opening event
- wreath-layingPlacing memorial garland
protocol · hostess · dignitary · delegation · ambassador · summit · procession · pageantry
First to forge ahead
- advocatePublic cause supporter
- empowermentGaining authority or confidence
- leadershipAbility to direct others
- inspirationSource of creative impulse
visionary · pioneer · reform · feminism · clout · impactful · mentor · speaker
Pleading for a cause
Voluntary aid for others
- humanitarianHelper of suffering people
- fundraisingSoliciting money for organizations
- nonprofitOrganization serving public good
- volunteerismUnpaid community assistance
outreach · donations · welfare · patronage · foundation · grants · scholarship · relief
inauguration
Formal beginning ceremony
- receptionAct of receiving guests
- galaFestive formal occasion
- ribbon-cuttingCeremonial opening event
wreath-laying · protocol · hostess · dignitary · delegation · ambassador · summit · procession · pageantry · formality
trailblazer
First to forge ahead
- advocatePublic cause supporter
- empowermentGaining authority or confidence
- leadershipAbility to direct others
inspiration · visionary · pioneer · reform · feminism · clout · impactful · mentor · speaker · fashion
advocacy
Pleading for a cause
charity
Voluntary aid for others
- humanitarianHelper of suffering people
- fundraisingSoliciting money for organizations
- nonprofitOrganization serving public good
volunteerism · outreach · donations · welfare · patronage · foundation · grants · scholarship · relief · aid
spouse
Married partner
- honorificRespectful form of address
FLOTUSPOTUS
American head of state, abbreviated
private citizen · head of state · VPOTUS · elected official · cabinet secretary