Pronunciation: /reɪn/
noun a period of dominance or control
A1 The queen's reign lasted for many years.
A2 During the reign of King Henry VIII, many changes were made in England.
B1 The reign of terror brought fear to the people of the country.
B2 The monarch's reign was marked by both prosperity and conflict.
C1 The reign of the emperor was characterized by political stability and economic growth.
C2 The artist's reign as the leading figure in the art world came to an end with the emergence of new talent.
verb to be predominant or prevalent
A1 The queen reigns over the kingdom.
A2 The dictator reigned with an iron fist.
B1 The CEO reigned over the company for twenty years.
B2 The champion boxer reigned supreme in the ring.
C1 The artist's creativity reigned throughout the exhibition.
C2 The dynasty reigned for centuries before falling.
formal The monarch's reign has been marked by peace and prosperity.
informal Her reign as class president was full of fun events and activities.
slang His reign as the top dog in the company didn't last long.
figurative The artist's reign as the master of abstract art continues to inspire others.
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