Synonyms for

Royalty

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

Definition

Royalty refers to a group of people who are related to a king or queen, or the status or power of a king or queen.

Synonyms & similar words

royalfamily royalline royalhouse monarchy aristocracy nobility sovereignty regality majesty ruler king queen princess prince emperor empress dynasty heir crown throne reign dominion authority

Synonyms by register

Formal

sovereignty monarchy regality majesty

Informal

king/queen big shot VIP top dog

Literary

crown throne majesty

Antonyms

commoner peasant subject plebeian layman ordinary person

Common collocations

  • royal family
  • royal blood
  • royal decree
  • royal court
  • royal lineage
  • royal assent
  • royal duty

Word family

noun royalty
adjective royal

Usage note

Royalty refers to members of a royal family or the status of being a king or queen. It can also refer to a charge paid for the use of intellectual property.

Example sentences

  1. The princess wore a beautiful dress befitting her royalty.
  2. The king and queen were the head of the royal family.
  3. The prince was next in line for the throne because of his royalty.
  4. The emperor's dynasty had been in power for many years.
  5. The ruler's authority came from his royalty.

Quotes

  • The only true royalty is character and kindness. - Tom Wilson
  • Royalty is completely different than celebrity. - John Oliver
  • Royalty: we're not better than anyone else, but we're different. - Princess Anne

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