enthroned
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɪnˈθroʊnd/
KK: /ɪnˈθroʊnd/
adjective
Definition
Placed in a position of power or authority, often in a ceremonial way.
Example
The new king was enthroned in a grand ceremony attended by many dignitaries.
Conversation
Did you see the ceremony where she was enthroned?
Yes, it was so grand and beautiful!
I can't believe how young she looks being enthroned like that.
Right? It gives a fresh vibe to the whole tradition.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
crowned
installed
seated
Antonyms
deposed
removed
displaced
verb
Definition
To place someone on a throne, making them a king or queen; to invest with royal authority.
Example
The ceremony enthroned the new monarch in front of a large crowd.
Tense Forms
Past: enthroned
Past Participle: enthroned
Conversation
Did you hear about the new king they just enthroned last week?
Yes! I read that he’s really young and has some fresh ideas.
Exactly, people are excited to see how he’ll lead the country after he was enthroned.
Root Explanation
Enthroned → It is formed from "en-" (meaning to cause to be in) and "throne" (from Old French *trone*, meaning a ceremonial chair or seat of power) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a completed action). The word "enthroned" means to be placed or established on a throne, signifying a position of authority or power.
Memory Tip
Think of being 'caused to be in' a 'ceremonial seat of power' — that's why enthroned means to be placed on a throne.
Visually Confused Words
unenthroned
unthroned
unthronged
reinthrone
coenthrone
unthrone
rethrone
menthone