Synonyms for

Roy

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

Definition

The word 'roy' does not have a specific definition in the English language.

Synonyms & similar words

king ruler monarch sovereign leader chief emperor potentate prince tsar tycoon magnate captain director boss head governor president chairman manager

Synonyms by register

Formal

monarch sovereign ruler head of state

Informal

kingpin big shot boss chief

Literary

liege potentate majesty

Antonyms

commoner peasant plebeian subject serf layman

Common collocations

  • King Roy
  • Prince Roy
  • Queen Roy
  • Roy Orbison
  • Roy Keane
  • Roy Hodgson
  • Roy Rogers
  • Roy Lichtenstein

Word family

noun royalty
adjective royal

Usage note

The term 'roy' is primarily a given name and not a common English word with a distinct meaning outside of that context. It is not a synonym for 'king' or 'ruler' in standard English usage.

Example sentences

  1. Roy is a popular name for boys.
  2. My cousin's name is Roy.
  3. Roy is a good friend of mine.
  4. My teacher's name is Roy.
  5. Roy has a big family.

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