Power And Authority

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 form of government in which a single entity rules with absolute power

• The country was under the rule of despotism for many years before transitioning to a democracy.
• The people were tired of living under despotism and longed for more freedom.
• Living under that leader's despotism was a nightmare.
• The despotism of social media algorithms dictates what content we see.

noun a long, narrow strap attached at one end to a horse's bit, typically used in pairs to guide or check a horse while riding or driving

verb to guide or control with reins

• The rider held the reins tightly as they guided the horse through the forest.
• I'll let you take the reins on this project and see what you come up with.
• She's really good at taking the reins and getting things done.
• It's time for you to take the reins of your own life and make decisions for yourself.

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• I don't get the appeal of royalism, it just seems outdated to me.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 or thing that has an effect on the behavior or beliefs of others

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

• The figure of influence in the scientific community has published numerous groundbreaking research papers.
• My boss is definitely a figure of influence around here - everyone listens to what he says.
• That rapper is a major figure of influence in the music industry.
• The old oak tree stood tall and proud, a figure of influence in the forest.