george iv

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Proper noun A British king who reigned from 1820 to 1830, succeeding his father, George III. He was also the King of Hanover. His reign was marked by a lavish lifestyle and a significant, unsuccessful attempt to divorce his wife, Queen Caroline, which caused a major public scandal and damaged the monarchy's reputation.

Examples of Usage
  • Proper noun:
    • George IV ascended to the throne in 1820 after serving as Prince Regent during his father's illness.
    • The extravagant coronation of George IV cost an enormous sum of money.
    • Historians often discuss the troubled marriage between George IV and Caroline of Brunswick.
Advanced Usage
  • "The Regency era": This period (1811-1820) is named for George IV's tenure as Prince Regent before becoming king. It describes the distinctive style, architecture, and culture of the time.
    • The architecture of the Royal Pavilion in Brighton is a famous example of Regency style, reflecting the tastes of George IV.
Variants and Related Words
  • Prince Regent (n): The title held by George IV from 1811 to 1820 while ruling in place of his incapacitated father, George III.
    • As Prince Regent, he presided over a period of great cultural change.
Synonyms
  • The Prince Regent (specifically for the period 1811-1820).
  • King George the Fourth (a formal alternative).
Related Phrases
  • The Caroline Affair: Refers to the public and political crisis caused by George IV's attempt to divorce his wife, Queen Caroline.
    • The Caroline Affair dominated the early years of George IV's reign.
Noun
  1. King of Great Britain and Ireland and Hanover from 1820 to 1830; his attempt to divorce his estranged wife undermined the prestige of the Crown (1762-1830)

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