Definition

This word describes someone or something that does not belong to a royal family or does not have royal status.

Example

The nonroyal guests were invited to the banquet as well.

Conversation

Did you hear about the nonroyal family that won the lottery?

Yeah, it's pretty surprising! They weren't even famous before.

I know, right? It just goes to show that anyone can have luck, even nonroyal folks.

Exactly! I love stories like that; they give hope to everyone.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonroyal → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "royal" (from Old French *reial*, meaning relating to a king or queen). The word "nonroyal" means not relating to or characteristic of a king or queen.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'royal' relating to kings and queens — so nonroyal describes something that is not related to royalty.

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