royal

adjective

ˈrȯi(-ə)l How to pronounce royal (audio)
Definition of royalnext
1
as in regal
fit for or worthy of a royal ruler the school superintendent received a royal welcome

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2
as in magnificent
large and impressive in size, grandeur, extent, or conception had a royal argument over family finances

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3
as in smooth
involving minimal difficulty or effort unfortunately, there is no royal way for a person to achieve maturity

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Recent Examples of royal Issues surrounding official police protection for the Sussexes may damper their trek across the pond as Prince Harry fights for accommodations on a royal estate to best protect his family. — Tracy Wright , Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2026 Rosewood Fuschl’s Sissi suite can easily be considered a highlight with a freestanding bathtub, a century-old wooden wardrobe, and fluttering fabric panels around the bed (the modern interpretation of a royal four-poster bed). — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026 The royal gradually resumed royal duties last year and made a momentous appearance at Wimbledon's men's singles final in July 2024, in what marked a rare public outing during her cancer treatment. — Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026 The historic celebration, watched by hundreds of millions, had Hollywood appeal, welcoming Serena Williams, Idris Elba, David and Victoria Beckham and George Clooney, in addition to the royal family members in attendance. — Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for royal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for royal
  1. regal
  2. magnificent
  3. smooth
  4. aristocratic
  5. glorious
  6. easy
  7. epic
  8. simple
Adjective
  • One of the athlete’s last appearances at Wimbledon, which came in 2021, saw the athlete in another Nike kit with a regal bent.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 30 June 2026
  • The regal fritillary butterfly and its declining numbers began to get more attention in the mid-1990s.
    — Madeline Bartos, CBS News, 30 June 2026
Definition of regal
Adjective
  • In the quarter-final, underdogs North Korea took a shock 3-0 lead over Portugal, but Eusebio inspired arguably the greatest comeback in World Cup history with a magnificent display, scoring four of Portugal’s five goals.
    — Michael Cox, New York Times, 1 July 2026
  • Rafael Devers homered twice and drove in four runs as the San Francisco Giants beat the Atlanta Braves 5-0 on Saturday night behind Logan Webb's magnificent pitching.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 27 June 2026
Definition of magnificent
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  • Morton kosher salt and blend until mostly smooth with no whole pieces of corn left, about 4 minutes.
    — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 July 2026
  • Directions In a large bowl whisk together vanilla pudding mix, whole milk, sour cream, vanilla extract, and salt in a large bowl until slightly thickened and smooth, about 1 minute.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2026
Definition of smooth
Adjective
  • The Sound and The Fury Told by four narrators in a stream of consciousness writing style, this 1929 story describes the downfall of a wealthy Southern aristocratic family, the Compsons.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 25 June 2026
  • Because of previous demand, over 20,000 people had been employed in buckle manufacture in the Birmingham area, but when this aristocratic fashion suddenly collapsed in 1786 on the eve of the French Revolution, their trade collapsed along with it.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 25 June 2026
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  • Oh, and hundreds of her works fill the screen, a magnificent and vibrant tour through her glorious career.
    — Stuart Miller, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
  • Perhaps the best perk of the suite was the large balcony with ample plump seating and an atmospheric floor lamp, a glorious extension of the indoor space for prime castle viewing.
    — Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026
Definition of glorious
Adjective
  • The interior also comes with a cotton liner, which will be much easier to spot-clean should your cosmetics or snacks leave a stain.
    — Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026
  • Keep in mind that Santorini’s wine story is also an agricultural story, and Gaia makes that easier to feel.
    — Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of easy
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  • In the spring of 2023, as epic winter snows melted, horse carcasses emerged along the shores of South Tufa and nearby Navy Beach.
    — Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
  • The rise of the Roman empire across the Mediterranean widened the elite’s horizons for travel but narrowed their personal ambitions, and made romantic love a worthy subject for epic literature.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 30 June 2026
Definition of epic
Adjective
  • As for the volunteers, the goal is simple—help someone stay safe before the heat turns into an emergency.
    — Marissa Sulek, CBS News, 1 July 2026
  • Evidence for at-home tools is thinner than for professional manual drainage, but the simplest options can offer mild circulation and surface-lymph support at a low price.
    — Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026
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