Definition

A title for a woman who is a princess in India, often the wife of a maharajah or a sovereign ruler of a former state.

Example

The maharani wore a beautiful gown at the royal ceremony.

Conversation

Did you know that a maharani used to rule over a whole state in India?

Really? I didn't realize they had so much power!

Yeah, it’s fascinating how much influence a maharani could have back then.

Absolutely! I would love to learn more about their history.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Maharani** → The word 'maharani' comes from the Sanskrit 'maha' (meaning great) and 'rani' (meaning queen). It refers to a great queen or a high-ranking female ruler in Indian culture.

Memory Tip

Think of 'maha' meaning great and 'rani' meaning queen — this helps you remember that a maharani is a great queen.

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