regal

adjective

re·​gal ˈrē-gəl How to pronounce regal (audio)
Synonyms of regal
1
: of, relating to, or suitable for a king
2
: of notable excellence or magnificence : splendid
regality
ri-ˈga-lə-tē How to pronounce regal (audio)
noun
regally
ˈrē-gə-lē How to pronounce regal (audio)
adverb

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the actress's regal bearing makes her a perfect choice to play royalty on the screen envisioned a regal wedding with hundreds of guests, a full choir, and a reception at the fanciest hotel in town
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Taste aside, there’s something regal about the preservation of tradition. — Bianca Betancourt, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026 October 23, 2025 Hotel Luze, San Sebastián A regal stay on peaceful Mount Igeldo where the food is as stunning as the views. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Aug. 2026 Of course, parents who are in the market for a name that denotes power, magic, and a regal pedigree are drawn to these names. — Parents, 31 July 2026 On the dark side, Leo’s legendary confidence and regal persona can easily come across as arrogant. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for regal

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French or Latin; Anglo-French, from Latin regalis — more at royal

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of regal was in the 15th century

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“Regal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/regal. Accessed 10 Aug. 2026.

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regal

adjective
re·​gal ˈrē-gəl How to pronounce regal (audio)
1
: of, relating to, or suitable for a king
2
: of remarkable excellence or magnificence : splendid
regally
ˈrē-gə-lē How to pronounce regal (audio)
adverb

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