regal

adjective

re·​gal ˈrē-gəl How to pronounce regal (audio)
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 tradition dates back to the 9th century, adding a regal layer to the city's rich history. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2025 On Lake Geneva, sip local wine and watch regal white swans glide across shimmering turquoise waters, their graceful necks creating elegant silhouettes against the dramatic Alpine backdrop. AFAR Media, 29 July 2025 So the ground probably should have been called the altogether less regal Ward’s, but, thankfully, Lord’s name stayed in tribute, having provided the MCC with a home for so many decades. Tim Spiers, New York Times, 11 July 2025 The suite's regal name is a bit of a misnomer, as it's not technically reserved for royalty. Janine Henni, People.com, 9 July 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 21 Aug. 2025.

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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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