Synonyms for

Malik

Verb / ˈmælɪk / Another word for malik — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A name of Arabic origin meaning 'king' or 'ruler'.

Synonyms & similar words

Emperor Monarch Sovereign Ruler Leader Chief Commander Governor President Boss Director Head Master Overlord Potentate Prince Principal Queen Regent Supervisor

Synonyms by register

Formal

ruler sovereign monarch potentate

Informal

boss chief head honcho top dog

Literary

liege potentate autocrat

Antonyms

subject servant peasant commoner subordinate vassal

Common collocations

  • absolute malik
  • malik of egypt
  • the malik ruled
  • powerful malik
  • ancient malik
  • malik and queen
  • elected malik

Word family

noun malik
adjective maliki

Usage note

The word 'malik' is primarily used in Arabic-speaking contexts to refer to a king or ruler. While it can be used formally, it is less common in everyday English conversation than 'king' or 'ruler'.

Example sentences

  1. Malik is the name of my favorite character in a book.
  2. When I grow up, I want to be a malik of my own country.
  3. My dad told me that Malik means 'king' in Arabic.
  4. The malik of the tribe made important decisions.
  5. Malik has a lot of responsibility as the leader of his people.

Quotes

  • 'One does not become a malik by simply wearing a crown.' - Anonymous
  • 'A true malik is one who leads by example.' - Unknown
  • 'A malik should always put his people's needs before his own.' - Unknown

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words