louis the great
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Definition
Proper noun: - Louis XIV, the Sun King: A historical title referring to Louis XIV, King of France from 1643 to 1715. His reign, one of the longest in European history, was characterized by the centralization of royal power, the expansion of French political and cultural dominance in Europe, and the grandeur of his court at the Palace of Versailles.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The era of Louis the Great was a golden age for French art and architecture.
- Historians often study the absolutist policies of Louis the Great.
Advanced Usage
- The title "Louis the Great" is used primarily in historical texts and discourse to emphasize the monarch's impact and the perceived grandeur of his reign. It is synonymous with his more common epithet, "the Sun King" ().
Variants and Related Words
- Louis XIV: The standard historical designation using regnal number.
- The Sun King: A common epithet highlighting the symbolic centrality of the monarch.
- Absolute monarchy: A form of government exemplified by his rule.
- Versailles: The palace that became the seat of his government and a symbol of his power.
Synonyms
- Louis XIV
- The Sun King ()
Related Phrases
- Age of Louis XIV: Refers to the historical period of his reign.
- Absolutism of Louis the Great: Describes his political doctrine and system of government.
Noun
- king of France from 1643 to 1715; his long reign was marked by the expansion of French influence in Europe and by the magnificence of his court and the Palace of Versailles (1638-1715)