Kingly

Quick meaning: Kingly is an adjective meaning (not comparable) Of or belonging to a king or kings; exercised by a king.

Meaning

(not comparable) Of or belonging to a king or kings; exercised by a king.

More Meanings

1. Characteristic of kings, majestic, regal; as befits a king, in the manner of a king.
2. In a royal manner.

Example Sentences

Tho' trouble-tried, and torture-torn, / The kingliest Kings are crown'd with thorn.

Leave kingly backs to cope with kingly cares; They have their weight to carry, subjects theirs;

Never had sleep been more refreshing nor food tasted more savory, and he began already to harden and his face wore a kinglier look.

O thou dull god, why liest thou with the vile / In loathsome beds, and leav'st the kingly couch / A watch-case or a common 'larum-bell?

Word Forms

• kinglier
• kingliest

Synonyms for kingly

Depending on context, synonyms include kinglike, majestic, regal, royal, kinglily, noble.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include kinglike, noble, regal, regius, royal, courtly.

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