Monseigneur (en. My lord)
/mɔ̃.sɛ.ɲœʁ/
Synonyms
- digne
- éminent
- prélat
- vénérable
Slang Meanings
Used ironically to refer to someone who takes themselves too seriously.
Look at him, he acts like a lord.
Regarde-le, il se comporte comme un monseigneur.
Familiar terms among friends joking about a pretentious person.
Don't act like a lord with us, be relaxed.
Ne fais pas le monseigneur avec nous, sois détendu.