as in regal
fit for or worthy of a royal ruler
a kingly gift of 50 million dollars to his old alma mater
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Recent Examples of kingly
On the thirteenth-century tomb of Eleanor of Aquitaine, she is shown wide awake and reading, while her dull and kingly husband sleeps for all eternity.
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Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 20 Jan. 2025
K by Dolce & Gabbana would be a kingly gift for any man.
—Dallas News, 30 Nov. 2022
Every dynasty has its ruler (or two) who would rather be doing something other than exercising his kingly powers, and Tu Duc, an artistic and largely ineffectual poet-ruler, was the Nguyens’ black sheep.
—Hanya Yanagihara, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2022
Tut’s chariots and their accoutrements illustrate every kingly purpose: riding, hunting, ceremonial processions.
—Maxwell Carter, WSJ, 17 Nov. 2022
The easiest way to make a kingly statement while still feeling comfortable is with a shawl collar.
—Barry Samaha, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2022
The centuries-old custom involved the Secretary of State of Wales reading the Letters Patent in Welsh, while the Queen bestowed upon Charles five pieces of insignia: a sword, coronet, ring, the gold rod, and the kingly mantle.
—Caroline Hallemann, Town & Country, 3 Mar. 2019
Regulus was in Leo when Trump was born, but six years ago, during November 2011, the star moved from the kingly sign of Leo to Virgo.
—Rebecca Gordon, Harper's BAZAAR, 10 Aug. 2017
An added bonus for those with kingly aspirations: The castle, with swimming pool and tennis court, is rentable.
—Vanita Salisbury, Town & Country, 30 May 2017
Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 20 Jan. 2025
K by Dolce & Gabbana would be a kingly gift for any man.
—Dallas News, 30 Nov. 2022
Every dynasty has its ruler (or two) who would rather be doing something other than exercising his kingly powers, and Tu Duc, an artistic and largely ineffectual poet-ruler, was the Nguyens’ black sheep.
—Hanya Yanagihara, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2022
Tut’s chariots and their accoutrements illustrate every kingly purpose: riding, hunting, ceremonial processions.
—Maxwell Carter, WSJ, 17 Nov. 2022
The easiest way to make a kingly statement while still feeling comfortable is with a shawl collar.
—Barry Samaha, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2022
The centuries-old custom involved the Secretary of State of Wales reading the Letters Patent in Welsh, while the Queen bestowed upon Charles five pieces of insignia: a sword, coronet, ring, the gold rod, and the kingly mantle.
—Caroline Hallemann, Town & Country, 3 Mar. 2019
Regulus was in Leo when Trump was born, but six years ago, during November 2011, the star moved from the kingly sign of Leo to Virgo.
—Rebecca Gordon, Harper's BAZAAR, 10 Aug. 2017
An added bonus for those with kingly aspirations: The castle, with swimming pool and tennis court, is rentable.
—Vanita Salisbury, Town & Country, 30 May 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kingly
Adjective
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The project received a $7,000 development grant from the Royal Film Commission … A regal reward for a powerful story of memory and identity.—
Essie Assibu,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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Culpo stunned in a regal ball gown by Dolce & Gabbana that featured a crew neck, long sleeves, and a buttoned back.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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The news about the British royal family has been mostly positive, as of late.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
15 July 2025
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Although Prince William didn't have a representative at the meeting, royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams doubts that the Prince of Wales was completely unaware of the talks.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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The text becomes a straitjacket for a princely son who doesn’t seem accustomed to Shakespearean rigors.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
6 June 2025
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At the time of independence, the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir was given the option to accede to either India or Pakistan.—
Fazlul Haq,
The Conversation,
25 Apr. 2025
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In an aristocratic residence near Cassis on the Mediterranean coast, Camp Joli is prepping itself for its second season.—
Chrissie McClatchie,
Travel + Leisure,
6 July 2025
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Unlike many royal spouses of the past, Princess Kate wasn't born into an aristocratic family with nobility or royal titles.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
6 July 2025
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“Kingly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kingly. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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