What does regent mean?
Regent means One who rules in place of the monarch, especially because the monarch is too young, absent, or disabled..
Regent
/ˈɹiːd͡ʒənt/ · noun
Meaning
One who rules in place of the monarch, especially because the monarch is too young, absent, or disabled..
Definitions by Sense
- One who rules in place of the monarch, especially because the monarch is too young, absent, or disabled.
- (now rare) Any ruler.
- (now chiefly historical) A member of a municipal or civic body of governors, especially in certain European cities.
- (Scotland, Canada, US) A member of governing board of a college or university; also a governor of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C.
- (Indonesia) The chief executive of a regency.
- Ruling; governing; regnant.
- Exercising vicarious authority.
Example Sentences
This perception, however, does no justice to the regents of the city of Amsterdam.
Some other active regent principle […] which we call the soul.
the regent powers
Synonyms for regent
Antonyms for regent
Related Words
Word Forms
- regents
- more regent
- most regent
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for regent?
Common synonyms include trustee.
What is the opposite of regent?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use regent in a sentence?
This perception, however, does no justice to the regents of the city of Amsterdam.
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