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- [king-lee]
- /ˈkɪŋ li/
- /ˈkɪŋ.li/
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- [king-lee]
- /ˈkɪŋ li/
Definitions of kingly word
- adjective kingly stately or splendid, as resembling, suggesting, or befitting a king; regal: He strode into the room with a kingly air. 1
- adjective kingly pertaining or proper to a king: kingly power. 1
- adjective kingly having the rank of king. 1
- adjective kingly consisting of kings or others of royal rank: kingly personages. 1
- adverb kingly in the manner of a king; regally. 1
- noun kingly Associated with or typical of a king; regal. 1
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Origin of kingly
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
Middle English word dating back to 1350-1400; See origin at king, -ly
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Parts of speech for Kingly
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
kingly popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 81% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for kingly
adj kingly
- aristocratic — Aristocratic means belonging to or typical of the aristocracy.
- noble — distinguished by rank or title.
- regal — of or relating to a king; royal: the regal power.
- royal — of or relating to a king, queen, or other sovereign: royal power; a royal palace.
adjective kingly
- magnificent — making a splendid appearance or show; of exceptional beauty, size, etc.: a magnificent cathedral; magnificent scenery.
- majestic — characterized by or possessing majesty; of lofty dignity or imposing aspect; stately; grand: the majestic Alps.
- grand — impressive in size, appearance, or general effect: grand mountain scenery.
- stately — majestic; imposing in magnificence, elegance, etc.: a stately home.
- splendid — gorgeous; magnificent; sumptuous. Synonyms: luxurious, dazzling, imposing. Antonyms: squalid.
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