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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It led to a royal commission into antisemitism in Australia. which began public hearings in February.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 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

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

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 palm trees are so tall and majestic, aren’t they? As if they could touch the sky. No wonder they’re called royal palms!”

From "Across So Many Seas" by Ruth Behar

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