kingly
/'kiɳli/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Having the rank of or resembling or befitting a king: Possessing the status, characteristics, or qualities suitable for a monarch.
- Symbolizing kingly power: Representing or emblematic of the authority and majesty associated with a king.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- He carried himself with a kingly dignity that commanded respect from all.
- The kingly procession moved through the streets with great pomp and ceremony.
- The murder of his kingly guest was a grave breach of hospitality.
Advanced Usage
- "In a kingly manner": Acting or behaving in a way that is characteristic of a king; regally.
- He received the ambassadors in a kingly manner, gracious yet imposing.
- "Kingly duties": The responsibilities and obligations inherent to the role of a monarch.
- The prince was being prepared for his future kingly duties.
Variants and Related Words
- Kinglike (adj): Similar in meaning to "kingly," suggesting resemblance to a king in appearance or manner.
- His kinglike bearing made him a natural leader.
- Kingship (n): The position, state, or dignity of being a king.
- His kingship was marked by peace and prosperity.
Synonyms
- Regal: Of, resembling, or fit for a monarch, especially in being magnificent or dignified.
- Royal: Having the status of a king or queen or a member of their family.
- Majestic: Having or showing impressive beauty or dignity.
- Sovereign: Possessing supreme or ultimate power.
Antonyms
- Common: Ordinary; not royal or noble.
- Lowly: Of low status or rank; humble.
- Servile: Having or showing an excessive willingness to serve or please others.
Related Phrases and Idioms
- "A kingly ransom": An extremely large sum of money.
- The artifact was worth a kingly ransom.
- "To live in kingly style": To live in a very luxurious and grand manner.
- The retired magnate lived in kingly style on his private island.
Adjective
- having the rank of or resembling or befitting a king
- symbolizing kingly power
- the murder of his kingly guest