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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of regal
Charlie Wen, the concept artist, cracked the look of the Asgardian costumes by referencing stuff from the comics, but found a way of making those characters feel regal, grand and theatrical in some ways, but there was a purpose to them.
—
Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 27 July 2025
In fact, Ty Dolla $ign claimed the regal recognition for the former Nickelodeon star days before the show.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 25 July 2025
Additionally, a regal and most sartorial experience awaits inside their plush fashion-themed, two-bedroom 2368 sq.ft. suite.
—Tiffany Leigh, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
Ib designed a moment that felt both regal and futuristic.
—Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 18 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for regal
Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 27 July 2025
In fact, Ty Dolla $ign claimed the regal recognition for the former Nickelodeon star days before the show.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 25 July 2025
Additionally, a regal and most sartorial experience awaits inside their plush fashion-themed, two-bedroom 2368 sq.ft. suite.
—Tiffany Leigh, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
Ib designed a moment that felt both regal and futuristic.
—Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 18 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for regal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for regal
Adjective
-
Princess Anne's son and the pediatric nurse, who works for the U.K.'s National Health Service, took their love public at the Badminton Horse Trials in May 2024 and have since stepped out for several day dates and social events on the royal family's calendar.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
-
According to royal expert Hilary Fordwich, the legal battle is sure to make royals wary.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
The Denver Broncos were a major surprise during the 2024 NFL campaign, and while that was thanks much in part to a stingy defense, their success was also due to Bo Nix's magnificent rookie season.—
Matthew Schmidt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Aug. 2025
-
So the first stage of our trip was to visit Avenue of the Giants, the magnificent 31-mile drive through an ancient redwood forest.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
The psychological drama, which stars Satya Dev in the title role, showcases an elaborate poster featuring the actor in aristocratic regalia surrounded by peacock feathers and ornate details.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
12 Aug. 2025
-
The $80,000 price tag includes two people and almost all expenses, including five-star accommodations and a range of one-of-a-kind activities that immerse travelers in Italian culture, history, and aristocratic lifestyle, all in the lap of luxury.—
Rebecca Deurlein,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
And that level, quite literally, is on high in an evil genius’ tower akin to Universal Studios' glorious black and white monster movies that began in the 1930s — a genre that Burton has been inspired by before, most prominently in his 2012 stop-motion classic Frankenweenie.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
-
When our planet crosses through such a path, these bits of rock and dust burn up in our atmosphere in a glorious spectacle.—
Clara Moskowitz,
Scientific American,
11 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
The celebration at the majestic 146-year-old mansion is the latest in a string of major improvements in the working-class section of Nashville that runs from the airport to the Grand Ole Opry House, Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell noted after the ceremony.—
Brad Schmitt,
The Tennessean,
11 Aug. 2025
-
The scenic appeal is undeniable, nature’s majestic prose both frames and dwarfs the tumultuous affectations of the characters.—
Holly Jones,
Variety,
11 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
Structured around Ovid’s Metamorphoses, Goldin’s work elevates personal history to the level of epic storytelling.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
-
What might seem a perverse choice reveals itself, over Dry Leaf’s epic length, as a brilliant thematic gesture that elicits its own temporal register.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
Proposals ranged from turning the block into a public pavilion to adding a fabric facade around the current building to give it a less imposing look.—
Andy Rose,
CNN Money,
19 July 2025
-
The far more imposing limit is MLS’s global standing.—
Jeff Rueter,
The Athletic,
8 Feb. 2025
Adjective
-
These classic stays have always matched the Scottish capital’s more measured, thoughtful rhythm—grand yet accessible, historic but deeply hospitable.—
Katharine Sohn,
Architectural Digest,
15 Aug. 2025
-
Two of its shows which brought in the most nominations were certainly grand spectacles that came with a higher price tag.—
Denise Crosby,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Regal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regal. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share