as in queens
a usually glamorous woman who is preeminent in her field of activity
as the reigning princess of pop music, she exerts an enormous influence over teens
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Recent Examples of princesses
The earrings are in the classic drop style that was favored by queens and princesses for generations.
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 18 Feb. 2026
The two princesses have carved out successful lives beyond palace walls.
—Lauren Said-Moorhouse, CNN Money, 16 Feb. 2026
The collection stars five brand-new fragrances inspired by Disney princesses.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 11 Feb. 2026
The breakdown in trust over the reports has devastated both princesses.
—Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Ice princesses are obliged to be polite and palatable at all times, often at the expense of their humanity.
—Jasmine Wynn, Time, 9 Feb. 2026
Both princesses are followed in the line of succession by their children.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
During their reign, the Miss Poway queens and princesses will spend 50 to 100 hours performing community service and making personal appearances throughout Poway and San Diego County.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
The cutesy, docile creature that’s associated with Disney princesses and scenic woodland whimsy is inspiring the latest nail art trend.
—Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 28 Jan. 2026
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 18 Feb. 2026
The two princesses have carved out successful lives beyond palace walls.
—Lauren Said-Moorhouse, CNN Money, 16 Feb. 2026
The collection stars five brand-new fragrances inspired by Disney princesses.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 11 Feb. 2026
The breakdown in trust over the reports has devastated both princesses.
—Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Ice princesses are obliged to be polite and palatable at all times, often at the expense of their humanity.
—Jasmine Wynn, Time, 9 Feb. 2026
Both princesses are followed in the line of succession by their children.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
During their reign, the Miss Poway queens and princesses will spend 50 to 100 hours performing community service and making personal appearances throughout Poway and San Diego County.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
The cutesy, docile creature that’s associated with Disney princesses and scenic woodland whimsy is inspiring the latest nail art trend.
—Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 28 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for princesses
Noun
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Guests are literally referred to as kings and queens, the men given crowns and boutonnieres, and the women tiaras and wrist corsages.—
Shelley Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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There are many, many other queens who see it otherwise.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Opera singers were called divas because their voices opened something celestial.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
4 Feb. 2026
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If the lineup tells you anything about what’s to come, the season is full of divas, all under one roof.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Princesses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/princesses. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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