Royal

/ˈrɔɪəl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A member of a royal family.

The news reported on the royal visiting the country for official duties.

A title or designation of royalty.

He was granted the royal title after his exemplary service to the kingdom.

adjective

Of or relating to a king, queen, or other sovereign.

The royal family attended the gala event dressed in magnificent gowns and suits.

Concerning the monarchy or the institution of royalty.

The royal court was filled with advisors and nobles discussing the kingdom's future.

Superb or magnificent; imposing.

They celebrated their anniversary at a royal banquet in the grand hall.

Belonging to or connected with a particular king or queen.

She was awarded a royal charter to establish her business.

Middle English, from Old French 'reial', from Latin 'regalis' meaning royal, regal.

royal flush

A hand in poker containing the ace, king, queen, jack, and ten of the same suit.

royal decree

An official order given by a royal authority.

royal treatment

Special treatment that is exceptionally good or generous.

royal pain

Something or someone that is particularly annoying or bothersome.

monarchy

A form of government with a monarch at the head.

sovereign

A supreme ruler, especially a monarch.

nobility

The noble class of a society, typically possessing hereditary titles.

Royal

That party was so royal, it felt like we were all kings and queens.

Royal flush

He hit a royal flush and won the game.