regal

adjective

re·​gal ˈrē-gəl How to pronounce regal (audio)
1
: of, relating to, or suitable for a king
2
: of notable excellence or magnificence : splendid
regality noun
regally adverb

Examples of regal in a Sentence

the actress's regal bearing makes her a perfect choice to play royalty on the screen envisioned a regal wedding with hundreds of guests, a full choir, and a reception at the fanciest hotel in town
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Vacation rentals offer cozy hospitality throughout the town’s historic district, and the regal Lauren Rogers Museum of Art beckons with an extensive collection of paintings by celebrated artists Winslow Homer, Albert Bierstadt, and John Singer Sargent. Linnea Bailey, Southern Living, 31 Dec. 2024 The cold open began with a regal Tom Hanks seated in an armchair to announce a new induction as per custom. Rima Parikh, Vulture, 22 Dec. 2024 Yoshii Toranaga played by Hiroyuki Sanada was outfitted in regal attire throughout the entire series alluding to his influence. Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 22 Dec. 2024 Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King is not as regal as hoped in its global debut. Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 21 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for regal 

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French or Latin; Anglo-French, from Latin regalis — more at royal

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of regal was in the 15th century

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“Regal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/regal. Accessed 11 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

regal

adjective
re·​gal ˈrē-gəl How to pronounce regal (audio)
1
: of, relating to, or suitable for a king
2
: of remarkable excellence or magnificence : splendid
regally adverb

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