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    Régnant (en. Prevailing)

    /ʁeɲɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Related to one who reigns over a territory or community.
    The reigning king has implemented many reforms.
    Le roi régnant a instauré de nombreuses réformes.
    Manifesting itself in a dominant way in a given context.
    The reigning trend at the moment is minimalism.
    La tendance régnante du moment est au minimalisme.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'reign', from Latin 'regnare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the reigning power
    the current authority
    le pouvoir régnant
    reigning time
    period during which something is dominant
    temps régnant

    Related Words

    regulation
    Action of regulating, often related to law.
    règlement
    rule
    Norm or directive to follow.
    règle
    regime
    Mode of political or economic organization.
    régime

    Slang Meanings

    Common at the current time.
    It's a very reigning style right now.
    C'est un style très régnant en ce moment.
    At the top, in fashion.
    This look is the most reigning this season.
    Ce look est le plus régnant dans cette saison.