as in mansion
a large impressive residence
a gorgeous château on a hill
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Recent Examples of château
Since 1986 it has been owned by the Primat family; daughter of the family, Garance Primat, first oversaw the world class restoration of the ancient chateau and original farm buildings.
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Lydia Bell, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
In addition to his 152-foot yacht and an art collection including works by Picasso and Miro, the couturier owned a 17th century chateau near Paris with a garden said to boast more than a million roses.
—Jenny Barchfield, Los Angeles Times, 19 Jan. 2026
In addition to his 152-foot yacht and an art collection including works by Picasso and Miro, the couturier owned a 17th-century chateau near Paris with a garden said to boast more than a million roses.
—CBS News, 19 Jan. 2026
Markle and Harry’s sprawling chateau is a worthy counterpart to the grand royal estates that sit across the pond.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 19 Jan. 2026
Set within 32 acres of cypress trees, jasmine, and other lush fauna, the 5,000-square-foot chateau offers up 86 rooms and suites, a private beach club with direct beach access, two pools, and a mini farm.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 12 Jan. 2026
The chateau is steeped in history.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
According to the hotel’s website, the Château de la Messardière was built in the 19th century by a wealthy cognac merchant named Gabriel Dupuy d’Angeac, who then gave the chateau to his daughter Louise and her husband as a wedding gift.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 9 Jan. 2026
In the eight new episodes, Daphne and Ian will work on pivotal rooms for their businesses including a honeymoon suite in the dove tower, a tea salon, a dungeon tavern and a library, in addition to restoring the chateau’s gatehouse as a residence for Daphne’s granny.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 16 Dec. 2025
Lydia Bell, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
In addition to his 152-foot yacht and an art collection including works by Picasso and Miro, the couturier owned a 17th century chateau near Paris with a garden said to boast more than a million roses.
—Jenny Barchfield, Los Angeles Times, 19 Jan. 2026
In addition to his 152-foot yacht and an art collection including works by Picasso and Miro, the couturier owned a 17th-century chateau near Paris with a garden said to boast more than a million roses.
—CBS News, 19 Jan. 2026
Markle and Harry’s sprawling chateau is a worthy counterpart to the grand royal estates that sit across the pond.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 19 Jan. 2026
Set within 32 acres of cypress trees, jasmine, and other lush fauna, the 5,000-square-foot chateau offers up 86 rooms and suites, a private beach club with direct beach access, two pools, and a mini farm.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 12 Jan. 2026
The chateau is steeped in history.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
According to the hotel’s website, the Château de la Messardière was built in the 19th century by a wealthy cognac merchant named Gabriel Dupuy d’Angeac, who then gave the chateau to his daughter Louise and her husband as a wedding gift.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 9 Jan. 2026
In the eight new episodes, Daphne and Ian will work on pivotal rooms for their businesses including a honeymoon suite in the dove tower, a tea salon, a dungeon tavern and a library, in addition to restoring the chateau’s gatehouse as a residence for Daphne’s granny.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 16 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for château
Noun
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The next day, the two women met privately at Getty House, the mayor’s mansion.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Feb. 2026
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Texas couple John Alan and Vicky Ambrose bought the empty shell of a Piedmont mansion for 140,000 euros (around $160,000) without even seeing it.—
Maureen Ohare,
CNN Money,
14 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Moreover, Austria offers, as mentioned, an exceptional variety of locations — from breathtaking Alpine landscapes to historic cities, stunning architecture both historical and contemporary, as well as castles and palaces.—
Ed Meza,
Variety,
15 Feb. 2026
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In addition to castles, the Highlands is home to a veritable cornucopia of mythological creatures, the most famous being Nessie of course.—
Patti Nickell,
Boston Herald,
15 Feb. 2026
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The villa quickly became a gathering spot for a certain type of early 20th century celeb that included the likes of Rudolph Valentino and Errol Flynn.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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Exclusive villas here can cost around $50,000 a night.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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Here was music that pushed the genre back to the realm of ghosts and ghouls, the ideal soundtrack for doing battle with Dracula on the spiral staircase of his manor.—
Sam Goldner,
Pitchfork,
17 Feb. 2026
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At Gravetye manor, Coward's dense borders contrast against a simple, expansive lawn or a large stone walking path.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Feb. 2026
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Renovations over the last several years have given rooms and suites a more modern design feel, with color palettes that highlight desert hues—all accommodations feature large sliding glass doors to patios or balconies for enjoying views of the expansive, hacienda-style grounds.—
Asonta Benetti,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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The 240-seat hacienda-style restaurant’s menu draws on Carballo’s nomadic culinary travels in his native Mexico.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Jan. 2026
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Without my father’s booming presence, our house was strangely quiet.—
Faith Karimi,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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Many public spaces within the Mountain House have ADA-compliant routes to enter, exit, and move around the house freely.—
Katie Mathews,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Feb. 2026
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Throughout the years, Franklin served on many more boards and acted as a consultant providing his expertise on housing, infrastructure and community engagement.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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To address the rising cost of living in Texas in 2027, the Legislature must continue meaningful property tax reform—because Texans’ property tax burden is among the highest in the nation and directly impacts housing affordability and family budgets.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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The two princesses have carved out successful lives beyond palace walls.—
Lauren Said-Moorhouse,
CNN Money,
16 Feb. 2026
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Moreover, Austria offers, as mentioned, an exceptional variety of locations — from breathtaking Alpine landscapes to historic cities, stunning architecture both historical and contemporary, as well as castles and palaces.—
Ed Meza,
Variety,
15 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Château.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ch%C3%A2teau. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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