Coronet

Pronunciation: /ˈkɔrəˌnɪt/

Definitions of coronet

noun a small or relatively simple crown, especially as worn by lesser royalty and peers or peeresses

Example Sentences

A1 The princess wore a shiny coronet on her head.

A2 The queen's coronet was encrusted with sparkling jewels.

B1 The coronet symbolized the royal family's power and authority.

B2 The coronet was passed down through generations of monarchs.

C1 The intricate design of the coronet showcased the craftsmanship of the jeweler.

C2 The coronet was a symbol of the monarchy's long-standing tradition and heritage.

Examples of coronet in a Sentence

formal The queen wore a beautiful diamond-encrusted coronet to the royal ball.

informal She looked like a princess with that sparkly coronet on her head.

slang Check out that blingy coronet the rapper is wearing on stage!

figurative The CEO wore his success like a golden coronet, commanding respect from all his employees.

Grammatical Forms of coronet

• past tense: coroneted
• plural: coronets
• comparative: more coronet
• superlative: most coronet
• present tense: coronets
• future tense: will coronet
• perfect tense: have coroneted
• continuous tense: is coroneting
• singular: coronet
• positive degree: coronet
• infinitive: to coronet
• gerund: coroneting
• participle: coroneted

Origin and Evolution of coronet

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'coronet' originated from the Old French word 'coronet' which means a little crown.

Evolution of the word: The word 'coronet' has evolved from meaning a small crown worn by nobles to also refer to a small circlet or ring of metal or other material worn on the head as an ornament or symbol of rank or honor.