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imperial

[im-peer-ee-uhl] / ɪmˈpɪər i əl /
ADJECTIVE
regal
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Antonyms
STRONGEST


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Masterpieces woven from mulberry silk or pure sheep wool by artisans have adorned imperial courts, museums and luxury homes across the world over the centuries.

From Barron's Aug. 27, 2026

The campus sits on the outskirts of Hangzhou, a former imperial capital whose futuristic skyline is just the first hint of its role as a global tech hub.

From BBC Aug. 24, 2026

But at its best, Rome’s advanced and resilient imperial system shaped the early modern world.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 31, 2026

In contrast to the grand, imperial scale of his latest release, a $250 million blockbuster starring Matt Damon, Nolan said that the release weekend leaves him in an incredibly vulnerable place.

From Salon Jul. 19, 2026

Suddenly, the world opened up for her like one of her imperial tulips and revealed its evil yellow pistil.

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison




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