Synonyms for

Reigning

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

Definition

having the power or authority of a king or queen, being the current champion or winner

Synonyms & similar words

regnant rule dominate predominate reign prevail ruling dominant ruling sovereign prevalent prevailing paramount supreme commanding controlling governing leading managing directing guiding running holding occupying possessing sitting wearing

Synonyms by register

Formal

ruling governing dominant prevailing

Informal

on top in charge bossing it

Literary

sovereign regnant

Antonyms

subservient defeated overthrown deposed subject unsuccessful losing

Common collocations

  • reigning monarch
  • reigning champion
  • reigning supreme
  • reigning over
  • reigning in
  • reigning power

Word family

noun reign
verb reign
adjective reigning

Usage note

Often used to describe a monarch or a champion who is currently in power or holds a title. 'Reigning in' can also mean to curb or restrain something.

Example sentences

  1. The reigning champion is the best in the world.
  2. The queen is reigning over her kingdom.
  3. The reigning king of the jungle is the lion.
  4. The reigning champion of the spelling bee won again this year.
  5. The reigning president of the company is retiring next month.

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