What is another word for king?

Common synonyms for king include mogul, tycoon, baron, magnate, rex.

What is the opposite of king?

Antonyms of king include queen, commoner, peasant, subject, serf.

Synonyms for

King

Noun / kɪŋ / Another word for king — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A king is a male ruler of a country who usually inherits his position and rules for life.

Synonyms & similar words

mogul tycoon baron magnate rex queen power monarch emperor ruler sovereign lord tyrant despot autocrat potentate prince czar sultan caliph rajah chieftain headman leader master commander governor

Synonyms by register

Formal

monarch sovereign ruler potentate

Informal

boss chief top dog big cheese

Literary

liege crowned head

Antonyms

queen commoner peasant subject serf pauper

Common collocations

king of the jungle
king size
king maker
king crab
king salmon
king of hearts
king of spades

Word family

noun king

verb king

adjective kingly

adverb kingly

Usage note

While 'king' can refer to a male ruler, it is also used as a generic term for a monarch regardless of gender in some contexts. The verb form 'to king' means to make someone a king or to act as a king.

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