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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Kerry Washington brought a regal energy to the BAFTA Film Awards 2026 red carpet on Sunday in London, wearing a custom Prada design. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 Feb. 2026 Documents in regal red covers were presented for signing. Susan Shelley, Oc Register, 21 Feb. 2026 All the chickens, turkeys, goats, and pigs carry a certain odor, their makeshift habitat a distinct unsightliness, which disagree with Bruce and his husband Darrell’s more regal tastes. Ben Travers, IndieWire, 13 Feb. 2026 The regal ring was designed by celebrity jeweler Lorraine Schwartz. Christina Perrier, InStyle, 10 Feb. 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 23 Feb. 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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