PALACE Synonyms: 112 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

Definition of palace

as in luxurious

showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort a palace railroad car that was built for a 19th-century robber baron

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noun

ˈpa-ləs

as in mansion

a large impressive residence the billionaire's "summer cottage" turned out to be an over-the-top palace

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as in tower

a large, magnificent, or massive building the governor's opponents have accused him of building palaces to house the state government

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as in court

the residence of a ruler Buckingham Palace flies a special flag to indicate when the monarch is in residence

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Recent Examples of palace

Adjective

Then there’s Meghan Markle’s post-palace wardrobe, a parade of tailored trousers, elevated linens, and copious amounts of cashmere. — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 9 Apr. 2026 Another senior cleric, Behbahani, not only threw his weight behind the Shah but, as evidence strongly suggests, accepted CIA money to stage pro-palace demonstrations. — Bobby Ghosh, Time, 5 Mar. 2026

Noun

While camped out in Saddam Hussein’s palace, his commanding officer Captain Robert Scheetz encouraged him to play the piano in the basement. — Alexis Chestnov, PEOPLE, 11 Nov. 2026 The attorney general's request sparked a public rebuke from the palace, which said that King Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar’s prerogative of pardon for Najib that allowed the house arrest was clear and must be respected. — ABC News, 10 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for palace

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Adjective

Rebecca Udall's brand has caught our attention because of the bedding's delicate scalloped edges, ornate embroidery, and elegant designs that make sleep feel a little more luxurious.

— Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2026
There might be other luxurious heritage hotels set on the banks of the Bosphorus, but none of them have a view that can compete with The Peninsula's.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of luxurious

Noun

Set to open later in 2026 is Hawa Haveli, an eight-key stay with a restaurant and cocktail bar, housed in a 19th-century merchant mansion—another intimate boutique property from the same team.

— Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Nov. 2026
Some women never worked as models and were instead sent to parties at Epstein’s Palm Beach and Manhattan mansions.

— Shirsho Dasgupta, Miami Herald, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of mansion

Noun

The new tower will have 296 condo-hotel suites and 77 private residences along with restaurants, shops, resort-style pools, a spa and other upscale amenities.

— Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 12 Nov. 2026
Hovering over the landscape are shiny new transmission towers linked by power cables that stretch along the plateau for as far as the eye can see.

— Anna Coren, CBS News, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of tower

Adjective

Echoing this, Compass ultra-luxury agent Lee Arrowood recommends caution before checking off amenities from a long list.

— Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2026
Also known as the ‘Dingyao,’ the Altior is positioned to compete with other ultra-luxury vehicles like Rolls-Royce Ghost, Mercedes-Maybach S-Class, and Maextro S800.

— Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of luxury

Noun

So, rather than castles and stony ramparts, visitors encounter farms and sleepy villages.

— Rick Steves, Washington Post, 1 Nov. 2026
That proved too costly for producers, so the decision was made to change the location to a castle, while keeping the idea of a mutiny and rival factions working against each other.

— The Week UK, TheWeek, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of castle

Noun

Students from Illinois high schools including Shepard, Stagg and Andrew, participate in a Senior All-Stars of Music program at a cathedral during a trip to Europe.

— Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026
San Telmo’s historic atmosphere and renowned vintage shopping scene will keep your itinerary packed, while Montserrat’s proximity to landmarks (like the cathedral and cabildo) is ideal.

— Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of cathedral

Adjective

Rooms start at the deluxe category, which are still plenty sizable with a big balcony, both a shower and a bathtub, and a small seating area.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2026
Thankfully safe and sound after an October tour bus fire, Muna are bouncing back with a deluxe edition of their May album Dancing on the Wall.

— Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 5 Nov. 2026

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