regal

adjective

re·​gal ˈrē-gəl How to pronounce regal (audio)
Synonyms of regal
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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The funky art-deco font for the numbers is just one more reason to love this Uruguay look that’s equal parts regal and soooo cute. Ashley Fetters Maloy, Washington Post, 16 June 2026 Kate Middleton looks regal after attending the annual Order of the Garter Service at Windsor Castle on June 15. Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026 The future king looked regal as ever waving to the crowd. Staff Author, InStyle, 13 June 2026 But there was something regal about a president descending those steps, or waving from the top of them, on foreign soil. Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 12 June 2026 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 19 Jun. 2026.

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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