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royal

[roi-uhl] / ˈrɔɪ əl /
ADJECTIVE
monarchical, grand
Synonyms
STRONGEST
aristocratic dignified illustrious imperial magnificent noble stately
STRONG
august elevated high ruling sovereign superior worthy
WEAK
authoritative baronial commanding eminent grandiose highborn honorable imposing impressive kingly lofty majestic queenly regal regnant reigning renowned resplendent splendid superb supreme
Antonyms
STRONGEST
ignoble lowly poor undignified
STRONG
dishonorable inferior minor submissive
WEAK
common

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His remarks echoed those he delivered during his royal reception, in which he praised Spain's commitment to peace and its "faithful adherence to international law".

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Speaking at a reception with King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia at the royal palace in Madrid, Pope Leo spoke of Spain's "active commitment to peace and solidarity among peoples".

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

The visit starts with a welcome at the royal palace in Madrid from King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

Lying between the capital and the ancient royal palace at Fontainebleau, Fouju is a community of just 650 people.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

But in that moment another voice rang out, a royal one.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck

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