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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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Although Høiby was born before Mette-Marit married the heir to the throne, Prince Haakon, he was brought up within the royal family despite not being a member of it.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The pair welcomed the pontiff to the royal palace on Saturday, as he began his trip by praising the Spanish government's opposition to global conflicts and its support for migrants.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 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

The queen’s sister, Empress Marie of Russia, took photographs during the royal inspection, and afterward, the eager fans who mobbed the dock gave the crew teddy bears and other mascots to carry south.

From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong

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