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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The dramatic sleeves added to the regal nature of the frock. Essence, 3 Feb. 2025 Kendrick also won Song of the Year, getting his award from a regal Diana Ross, one of the Grammys’ all-time MVPs. Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 3 Feb. 2025 The nominee and performer was the queen of brat in a regal slate gray Jean Paul Gaultier bustier dress with ruffles all over styled with Bucherer Fine Jewellery and open-toe, knee-high boots. Brendan Le, People.com, 3 Feb. 2025 Any tough blue-blooded American named Lou could best some regal flirty Frenchman called Louis. Nick Thomas, Hartford Courant, 30 Jan. 2025 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 16 Feb. 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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