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regal

adjective

re·​gal ˈrē-gəl How to pronounce regal (audio)
Synonyms of regalnext
1
: of, relating to, or suitable for a king
2
: of notable excellence or magnificence : splendid
regality noun
regally adverb

Examples of regal in a Sentence

the actress's regal bearing makes her a perfect choice to play royalty on the screen envisioned a regal wedding with hundreds of guests, a full choir, and a reception at the fanciest hotel in town
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At 68, Nair has lost a little bit of the regal posture of her younger years but none of the radiance. Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 5 Dec. 2025 As the wife of the heir to the throne, Princess Kate is destined to be queen consort one day, making the tiara moment all the more regal. Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 4 Dec. 2025 Balance rich, regal colors with plenty of white. Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Dec. 2025 Crafted from durable 18/10 stainless steel with a mirror-polished finish, each piece is adorned with regal baroque drop accents that feel straight out of a storied estate. Angela Tafoya, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for regal

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French or Latin; Anglo-French, from Latin regalis — more at royal

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of regal was in the 15th century

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“Regal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/regal. Accessed 10 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

regal

adjective
re·​gal ˈrē-gəl How to pronounce regal (audio)
1
: of, relating to, or suitable for a king
2
: of remarkable excellence or magnificence : splendid
regally adverb

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