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regal

adjective

ˈrē-gəl How to pronounce regal (audio)
Definition of regalnext
1
as in royal
fit for or worthy of a royal ruler the actress's regal bearing makes her a perfect choice to play royalty on the screen

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2
as in magnificent
large and impressive in size, grandeur, extent, or conception envisioned a regal wedding with hundreds of guests, a full choir, and a reception at the fanciest hotel in town

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Recent Examples of regal His oceanic roots and regal presence reflect the franchise's enduring legacy. — Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 24 Aug. 2026 The merits of Christopher Nolan’s adaptation have been much debated, but few could deny that, in a film of extreme narrative fragmentation, Hathaway’s genuinely regal presence insured that the emotional center held. — Justin Chang, New Yorker, 17 Aug. 2026 The actor arrived in a regal sky blue high-neck top with a long cascading train and clashing red lining — custom designed by Prabal Gurung — offset with a casual pair of low slung, non-maternity jeans by La Ligne that skimmed just under her bump. — Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026 Wispy Updo More inspiration from The Odyssey premiere, Anne Hathaway channeled Queen Penelope of Ithaca with a wispy high bun that felt equal parts romantic and regal. — Ariel Baker, InStyle, 11 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for regal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for regal
  1. royal
  2. magnificent
  3. aristocratic
  4. glorious
  5. majestic
  6. epic
  7. imposing
  8. grand
Adjective
  • Week 1 does not a season make, and a sparkling debut doesn’t always lead to a crown (looking at you, 2025 Joe Burrow and the royal scourge that is turf toe).
    — Hannah Vanbiber, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026
  • The family is living at a private, non-royal residence outside of London.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of royal
Adjective
  • An ethereal and magnificent display of gas and dust stretches across the cosmos in a spectacular new image captured by NASA's James Webb Space Telescope.
    — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Just across the square, the Blue Mosque is equally magnificent.
    — Vicki Power, TheWeek, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of magnificent
Adjective
  • 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
  • Often, entrants include these alongside aristocratic and highbrow interests in a way that could reduce the appearance of snobbishness.
    — Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of aristocratic
Adjective
  • Someone to look up to, a glorious basket of positivity, fun and silliness.
    — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 10 Sep. 2026
  • In what has been a glorious series for England’s pace attack, Gus Atkinson has had a quiet time of it.
    — Paul Newman, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of glorious
Adjective
  • For many travelers this majestic continent at the end of the Earth represents the ultimate journey.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Two engaged couples posed for wedding photos in between joggers, dog walkers and sightseers who clamored around Osprey Street to enjoy the day’s majestic sunset.
    — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of majestic
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  • The Altman Brothers Team DOUGLAS ELLIMAN Reality stars Josh, Matt and Heather Altman and Jacob Greene had another epic year, with more than $1 billion in deals from July 2025 to July 2026.
    — Hadley Meares, HollywoodReporter, 14 Sep. 2026
  • All around the barricade, Chambers Street had become an aid station of epic proportion.
    — Devin Friedman, Rolling Stone, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of epic
Adjective
  • When houses squeeze into their lots, vehicles grow more imposing, and storefronts battle for attention, the problem is no longer simply whether something is beautiful or ugly.
    — Debbie Millman, Time, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Propaganda posters from the era from both the democratic United States and the Axis powers surround the imposing, heavy-duty boots, covered in animal hair and insulation.
    — Douglas Markowitz, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026
Definition of imposing
Adjective
  • The hulking, five-story border checkpoint facility, which loomed over the surrounding area in the grand style of Chinese government facilities, has been obliterated.
    — Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2026
  • In recent months, Warsh has not made such grand statements publicly.
    — Rachel Barber, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2026
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