as in regal
fit for or worthy of a royal ruler
set a princely meal before their guests
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of princely
Gingerly walking down the rickety steps of the church, John Jr. gallantly clasping her hand, her face flushed with euphoria and surprise at the princely gesture, Carolyn was the Camelot bride.
—
Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 6 Nov. 2023
All for the princely salary of $3,200.
—Dallas News, 14 Feb. 2023
The children of Prince Edward, the king’s younger brother, have so far declined to use their princely titles.
—Karla Adam, Washington Post, 9 Mar. 2023
In 1947, the Indian subcontinent was partitioned into India and Pakistan, leading to widespread violence between Muslims and Hindus and cleaving what had been the princely state of Kashmir.
—Sameer Yasir, New York Times, 11 Jan. 2023
See all Example Sentences for princely 
Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 6 Nov. 2023
All for the princely salary of $3,200.
—Dallas News, 14 Feb. 2023
The children of Prince Edward, the king’s younger brother, have so far declined to use their princely titles.
—Karla Adam, Washington Post, 9 Mar. 2023
In 1947, the Indian subcontinent was partitioned into India and Pakistan, leading to widespread violence between Muslims and Hindus and cleaving what had been the princely state of Kashmir.
—Sameer Yasir, New York Times, 11 Jan. 2023
See all Example Sentences for princely
Recent Examples of Synonyms for princely
Adjective
-
Claridge’s, the legendary London hotel on Brook Street, effortlessly combines Art Deco glamour, multi-lingual staff, and refined restaurants to deliver a regal experience infused with unmistakably British ingredients.Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
-
As has been its custom for years, the Raleigh fixture is now a winter wonderland, decked out with thousands of sparkling lights, dazzling ornaments, Christmas trees, regal Nutcrackers, wreaths and festive garlands.Katie Peralta Soloff, Axios, 20 Nov. 2024
Adjective
-
Duncan is a good guy and for centuries has been the weapons master and combat instructor to the royal family, and is also called Man-At-Arms.Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 22 Nov. 2024
-
Although Anne — the only daughter of the late Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip — was born into the royal family, Camilla as Queen ranks higher in the royal precedence.Rachel Burchfield, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
Adjective
-
The trip includes a stay at an aristocratic palazzo in Palermo, excursions to the medieval town of Erice for the Christmas market, and to C0stinaci for the Presepe Vivente (live Nativity).Catherine Sabino, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
-
Shazad plays Edgar Linton, a wealthy, aristocratic man who marries Catherine Earnshaw (Margot Robbie).Matt Grobar, Deadline, 20 Nov. 2024
Adjective
-
K by Dolce & Gabbana would be a kingly gift for any man.Dallas News, Dallas News, 30 Nov. 2022
-
Every dynasty has its ruler (or two) who would rather be doing something other than exercising his kingly powers, and Tu Duc, an artistic and largely ineffectual poet-ruler, was the Nguyens’ black sheep.Hanya Yanagihara, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2022
Thesaurus Entries Near princely
Cite this Entry
“Princely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/princely. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share