Synonyms for

Lords

Verb / lɔ:rdz / Another word for lords — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Lords is the plural form of the word lord, which refers to a person who has power, authority, or influence over others.

Synonyms & similar words

lord noble godhead divine lady noblewoman overlord master nobleman jehovah creator godalmighty almighty maker nobles aristocrats rulers masters tycoons magnates gentry patricians oligarchs peers barons countesses dukes earls knights viscounts sirs madams ladies gentlemen

Synonyms by register

Formal

masters rulers superiors magnates

Informal

bosses chiefs bigwigs

Literary

lieges sovereigns potentates

Antonyms

servants subjects followers workers peasants serfs dependents

Common collocations

  • lords of the manor
  • lords and ladies
  • house of lords
  • lord mayor
  • lord of the rings
  • lords spiritual
  • lords temporal
  • my lord

Word family

noun lord
verb lord
adjective lordly

Usage note

The term 'lords' typically refers to men of high social rank or those who hold power. It can also be used in specific titles like 'House of Lords'.

Example sentences

  1. The lords of the manor were responsible for the welfare of their tenants.
  2. The House of Lords is one of the two chambers of the British Parliament.
  3. The lords and ladies at the ball danced the night away.
  4. Many medieval lords lived in castles with moats and drawbridges.
  5. The lords of the underworld were feared by all who knew of their power.

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