Thesaurus results for KINGLY

kingly

adjective

ˈkiŋ-lē

Definition of kingly

as in regal

fit for or worthy of a royal ruler a kingly gift of 50 million dollars to his old alma mater

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Recent Examples of kingly The result, historians say, has become a centralized, more politicized spectacle, marking the national milestone as a celebration of an imperial presidency rather than a revolution from kingly rule. — Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026 On the thirteenth-century tomb of Eleanor of Aquitaine, she is shown wide awake and reading, while her dull and kingly husband sleeps for all eternity. — Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 20 Jan. 2025 The easiest way to make a kingly statement while still feeling comfortable is with a shawl collar. — Barry Samaha, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2022 Every dynasty has its ruler (or two) who would rather be doing something other than exercising his kingly powers, and Tu Duc, an artistic and largely ineffectual poet-ruler, was the Nguyens’ black sheep. — Hanya Yanagihara, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2022

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There’s something touching about her imperiousness, a regal vulnerability that shines through even in her romantic interaction with Dussie Mae (CJ Obilom), whom Levee has his predatory eye on.

— Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
His oceanic roots and regal presence reflect the franchise's enduring legacy.

— Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of regal

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The disgraced ex-Duke of York is rarely seen outside of his new home at Marsh Farm after his brother King Charles stripped him of all his princely titles and privileges last year.

— Lara Walsh, InStyle, 10 Aug. 2026
Charles has since formally removed Andrew’s princely title and HRH style.

— Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2026

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