william iii
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A historical monarch: William III refers to a specific King of England, Scotland, and Ireland who reigned jointly with his wife, Mary II, from 1689 until his death in 1702. He is a central figure in the Glorious Revolution of 1688.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- William III ascended to the throne following the Glorious Revolution.
- The reign of William III and Mary II established important constitutional precedents.
- Historians study the foreign policy of William III.
Advanced Usage
"The Williamite era": Referring to the period of history associated with the rule of William III.
- The Williamite era saw significant changes in British constitutional law.
"Williamite": (Adjective) Pertaining to William III or his supporters.
- The Williamite forces secured victory at the Battle of the Boyne.
Variants and Related Words
William of Orange: An alternative name for William III, derived from his title as Prince of Orange.
- William of Orange led the invasion that deposed James II.
King William III: The formal title.
- William III of England: A precise historical designation.
Synonyms
- William of Orange: The most common synonym, emphasizing his Dutch heritage and title.
- The Stadtholder-King: A term referencing his dual roles as Dutch Stadtholder and English King.
Related Phrases and Contexts
The Glorious Revolution: The event that brought William III to power.
- William III was a principal figure in the Glorious Revolution.
The Bill of Rights 1689: A key constitutional document enacted during the joint reign of William III and Mary II.
- The Bill of Rights was presented to William III and Mary II upon their accession.
Noun
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King of England and Scotland and Ireland; he married the daughter of James II and was invited by opponents of James II to invade England; when James fled, William III and Mary II were declared joint monarchs (1650-1702)
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