Synonyms of dynasty

dynasty

noun

as in family

a group of people who are related that maintain a powerful position for a long time

The latest heirs of the ruling dynasty have no interest in ceding their position of authority over the land.

Related Words

• family
• clan
• house
• empire
• kingdom
• succession
• tribe
• lineage
• people
• rule
• race
• authority
• kin
• stock
• blood
• ancestry
• birth
• reign
• genealogy
• folks
• origin
• pedigree
• bloodline
• extraction
• realm
• kindred
• dominion
• line
• kinfolk
• regimen
• kinsfolk
• descent
• sovereignty

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of dynasty

During the period known as the Xi (Western) Zhou dynasty (1046–771 bce), warfare had been dominated by aristocratic elites and chariot forces and was generally conducted by armies smaller than those of subsequent centuries. — Ethan Teekah, Encyclopedia Britannica, 11 Sep. 2026

Though not necessarily due to a dominant dynasty racking up championship after championship. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2026

In Season 2 of Ransom Canyon, the titular Texas town hangs in the balance as ranching dynasties unravel, hearts switch allegiances and the overall future of small town culture built on ranching and agriculture comes under scrutiny. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2026

Bayh then won his convention race against Blythe Potter, adding his political-dynasty name to the ballot. — Kayla Dwyer, IndyStar, 10 Sep. 2026

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