Monarchy Terminology

noun a ceremony in which a person is formally crowned and invested with regal power, usually involving the placing of a crown on the head

• The coronation of the new king was a grand and solemn event attended by dignitaries from around the world.
• Did you see the fancy outfits people wore to the coronation ceremony?
• The coronation party was lit! Everyone was dancing and having a great time.
• The crowning achievement of her career felt like a personal coronation, marking her success in the industry.

noun a circular ornamental headdress worn by a monarch as a symbol of authority

verb to invest with regal power; to declare or acknowledge as a king, queen, or emperor

• The queen wore a magnificent crown during the coronation ceremony.
• Check out the bling on her crown, it's so shiny!
• That crown is straight fire, yo!
• She was the crowned champion of the competition.

noun A person who is a monarch or ruler, typically wearing a crown

• The crowned head of the monarchy attended the state dinner.
• The crowned head waved to the crowd during the parade.
• I heard the crowned head is throwing a royal party next week.
• In the world of business, he is considered a crowned head in his industry.

noun a political or religious belief that a ruler has been chosen by a god or the gods to rule

adjective related to or coming from a god or gods; sacred or holy

• The king believed in his divine right to rule over the kingdom.
• The queen thinks she has a divine right to get whatever she wants.
• Some people act like they have a divine right to cut in line.
• She felt a divine right to pursue her dreams and achieve success.

noun a male monarch who rules a kingdom or empire

adjective relating to or characteristic of a king, regal

• The king of England held a grand banquet at the palace.
• Did you see the king's speech on TV last night?
• That party was lit, the king was there and everything!
• In the world of finance, cash flow is king.

noun a realm or domain

• The kingdom was ruled by a wise and just monarch.
• The kingdom is run by a cool king.
• That kingdom is lit with the king in charge.
• In her mind, the library was a kingdom of knowledge.

noun the period during which a king or queen reigns

• The kingship was passed down through generations in the royal family.
• The kingship was a big deal for the whole family.
• He thought he was the king of the world with that kingship.
• In the world of finance, the kingship belongs to those who make the most profit.

noun a gesture of respect or reverence, such as a bow or curtsy

• The servant made obeisance to the king before presenting the royal decree.
• She nodded in obeisance to show her respect for the elderly woman.
• He gave a quick obeisance to the teacher before rushing out of the classroom.
• The company's decision to follow the new industry regulations was a form of obeisance to avoid penalties.

noun a person who pretends to be someone else, especially in order to deceive others

• The pretender to the throne was quickly exposed as an impostor.
• That guy is such a pretender, always acting like he knows everything.
• She's just a pretender, trying to fit in with the cool crowd.
• The dark clouds were just pretenders, the storm never actually arrived.

• The principality was governed by a prince who inherited his title.
• The small principality is known for its beautiful beaches.
• I heard the party in the principality last night was lit!
• In the world of business, she was considered a principality in her industry.

noun a female ruler of an independent state, especially one who inherits the position by right of birth

• The queen of England is known for her grace and poise.
• I heard that Sarah is going to be crowned prom queen.
• Did you see that drama queen causing a scene at the party?
• She was the queen of the dance floor, moving with effortless grace.

noun the position or status of being a queen

• Her queenship was officially recognized after the coronation ceremony.
• She's really embracing her queenship and all the responsibilities that come with it.
• Did you see her rocking that queenship vibe at the party last night?
• In the world of business, she holds the queenship when it comes to leadership and decision-making.

noun items such as clothing, jewelry, or other accessories that are worn to symbolize a person's rank, status, or membership in a group

• The king's regalia included a crown, scepter, and royal robe.
• She felt like royalty wearing all that regalia for the costume party.
• Check out his flashy regalia, he must think he's a big shot.
• The regalia of success in the business world often includes a fancy car and expensive suit.

noun a period of dominance or control

verb to be predominant or prevalent

• The monarch's reign has been marked by peace and prosperity.
• Her reign as class president was full of fun events and activities.
• His reign as the top dog in the company didn't last long.
• The artist's reign as the master of abstract art continues to inspire others.

verb to hold royal office; to rule as a monarch

• The reigning champion will defend their title in the upcoming competition.
• She's the reigning queen of the dance floor.
• He's the reigning boss of this neighborhood.
• His influence was so strong that he was considered the reigning authority on the subject.

noun a member of a royal family

adjective relating to a king or queen, or a member of their family

• The royal family attended the state banquet at the palace.
• I heard that the royal wedding will be televised live.
• Did you see the royal drama unfolding on social media?
• Her beauty was so striking, she looked like a royal queen.

noun a political ideology or movement advocating or supporting a monarchy or monarch

• Royalism is the belief in the principles of a monarchy as a form of government.
• Some people still hold onto royalism as a way of preserving tradition and heritage.
• I don't get the appeal of royalism, it just seems outdated to me.
• In the world of fashion, the designer's royalism shines through in every regal-inspired piece.

noun a person who supports the principle of monarchy or a particular monarch, especially in times of rebellion or civil war

• The Royalist party has been gaining support in recent elections.
• I heard that John is a big Royalist and loves everything related to the monarchy.
• Those Royalists are always talking about the royal family like they're celebrities.
• Being a Royalist is like being a die-hard fan of the monarchy.

noun a royal domain or kingdom

• The royalty of the country attended the state banquet.
• The royal family is hosting a ball next weekend.
• I heard that new restaurant is where all the royalty hangs out.
• In the world of fashion, the designer's latest collection is considered royalty.

noun a title of the former ruler of certain Middle Eastern countries

• The shah of Iran was overthrown during the Iranian Revolution in 1979.
• Did you know that the shah was a big fan of poetry?
• That party was so lit, even the shah showed up!
• He ruled the company with an iron fist, like a shah in his palace.

noun a ceremonial chair for a monarch or bishop

• The king sat upon his majestic throne, adorned with gold and jewels.
• Hey, did you see that fancy throne in the castle?
• That throne is lit, man!
• She felt like she was on the throne of success after acing her exams.

noun A territory or country ruled by a grand duke or duchess.

• The Grand Duchy is a historical term for a territory ruled by a grand duke or duchess.
• The Grand Duchy is known for its beautiful castles and picturesque countryside.
• Let's take a road trip to the Grand Duchy this weekend!
• In the world of finance, the company's CEO is often referred to as the grand duke of the corporate grand duchy.

noun a person who closely follows news and events related to royalty

• The royal watcher diligently follows the activities of the royal family and reports on them.
• The royal watcher is obsessed with everything the royals do.
• The royal watcher is a total royal fanatic.
• She's like a royal watcher, always keeping an eye on the latest royal news.