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also monarchic
as in regal
fit for or worthy of a royal ruler
guests who stay in the hotel's most expensive suite live in monarchical splendor
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Recent Examples of monarchical
In the past, several Saudi kings, including the late Abdullah bin Abdulaziz, argued with the clergy on the issue of change, only to retreat to avoid a dangerous clash that might upend internal stability and the monarchical order.
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Bilal Y. Saab, Foreign Affairs, 5 Jan. 2017
Historically, that hasn’t guaranteed a like-minded successor, as demonstrated by the choice of the Polish John Paul II after 455 years of Italian popes, and the selection of the decentralizing Francis after 35 years of more monarchical papacies.
— Made By History, Time, 22 Apr. 2025
Throughout the nineteenth century, liberal democracies sought to outperform monarchical, hereditary, and aristocratic regimes.
—Daniel Deudney, Foreign Affairs, 14 June 2018
The nation’s founders enshrined the separation of powers precisely to counter monarchical tendencies more than two centuries ago.
—Thomas J. Greitens, Scientific American, 7 Jan. 2025
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Bilal Y. Saab, Foreign Affairs, 5 Jan. 2017
Historically, that hasn’t guaranteed a like-minded successor, as demonstrated by the choice of the Polish John Paul II after 455 years of Italian popes, and the selection of the decentralizing Francis after 35 years of more monarchical papacies.
— Made By History, Time, 22 Apr. 2025
Throughout the nineteenth century, liberal democracies sought to outperform monarchical, hereditary, and aristocratic regimes.
—Daniel Deudney, Foreign Affairs, 14 June 2018
The nation’s founders enshrined the separation of powers precisely to counter monarchical tendencies more than two centuries ago.
—Thomas J. Greitens, Scientific American, 7 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for monarchical
Adjective
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Despite its regal name, the Royal Box at Wimbledon isn’t reserved solely for royalty.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
30 June 2025
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Joya wasn’t with us that day; my mother had handed me enough heavy coins to purchase it from a trinket stand in Trafalgar Square, where long white poles around Nelson’s Column were festooned with regal banners and topped with crowns.—
Jhumpa Lahiri,
New Yorker,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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If allowed, Andrew will likely bring further reputational damage to the monarchy at a time when the royal ship needs a careful steer.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
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The kids were treated to a royal ball, a pajama party and other special surprises.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
1 July 2025
Adjective
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Unlike many royal spouses of the past, Princess Kate wasn't born into an aristocratic family with nobility or royal titles.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
6 July 2025
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In an aristocratic residence near Cassis on the Mediterranean coast, Camp Joli is prepping itself for its second season.—
Chrissie McClatchie,
Travel + Leisure,
6 July 2025
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“Monarchical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/monarchical. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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