Synonyms for

Regents

Verb / ˈri:dʒʌnts / Another word for regents — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person appointed to act for a monarch or other person in authority.

Synonyms & similar words

regent trustee governor ruler leader administrator delegate representative proxy substitute stand-in caretaker custodian curator warden keeper president chairman director manager chief executive

Synonyms by register

Formal

governors rulers administrators overseers

Informal

bosses chiefs heads leaders

Literary

stewards wardens guardians

Antonyms

subjects citizens commoners plebeians subordinates followers

Common collocations

  • board of regents
  • board of regents meeting
  • university regents
  • state regents
  • board of regents approved
  • regents scholarship
  • regents exam

Word family

noun regent
verb regent
adjective regental

Usage note

Regents typically refers to members of a governing board, often in an academic or governmental context. It can also refer to a person ruling a kingdom in the absence of a monarch.

Example sentences

  1. The regents were responsible for making important decisions in the absence of the king.
  2. The regents were appointed to act as caretakers for the young prince.
  3. The regents had the authority to make decisions on behalf of the king.
  4. The regents were trusted advisors to the monarch.
  5. The regents were responsible for managing the affairs of the kingdom.

Quotes

  • The regent ruled the kingdom with wisdom and grace.
  • The regent was a just and fair ruler.
  • The regent was beloved by the people for his kind heart.

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