ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Reigning

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈɹeɪnɪŋ/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Reigning is an adjective meaning Currently ruling or holding a position.

Meaning

Currently ruling or holding a position.

More Meanings

  1. present participle and gerund of reign

Example Sentences

The reigning world heavyweight champion said he'd defend his title once more and then retire even if he won.
The reigning monarch, King George VI, is commemorated by two express engines—G.W.R. "King" 4-6-0 No. 6028 and L.M.S.R. streamlined Pacific No. 6244—[…].

Synonyms for reigning

Depending on context, synonyms include regnant, powerful, ruling.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include regnant, ruling, powerful, pertaining, prevailing, raging.

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