Definitions

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

Example Sentences

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Høiby himself is not a member of the royal family.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Charles and Camilla joined members of the royal family, including the Prince and Princess of Wales, Zara and Mike Tindall and the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh.

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

Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit has been placed on a waiting list for a lung transplant, the country's royal household has said.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

As the evening of the royal reception approached, the time drew nigh to pay our way.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck

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