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palace

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈpæl.ɪs/

KK: /ˈpæləs/

adjective
Definition

Relating to a large and impressive building where royalty or important people live or work.


Example

The palace gardens were filled with beautiful flowers and fountains.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see that new palace exhibit at the museum?
Sloth B
Yes! It was fascinating to learn about the history behind it.
Sloth A
I loved how they displayed the palace artifacts; it felt so grand.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It really made you appreciate the craftsmanship.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
royal
regal
noble
Antonyms
common
ordinary
humble
noun
Definition

A large and impressive building where a king, queen, or other important person lives or works.


Example

The royal family invited us to visit their palace during the summer.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever visited a palace?
Sloth B
No, I haven't, but it sounds amazing!
Sloth A
I went to one last summer, and it was huge and beautiful.
Sloth B
Root Explanation

Palace → The word originates from Latin *palatium*, meaning a large house or residence, which is derived from *Palatinus*, referring to the Palatine Hill in Rome where emperors lived. The term evolved to signify a grand residence or official home of a sovereign.

Memory Tip

Imagine a grand residence on a hill, like the Palatine Hill in Rome, to remember that a palace is a large and impressive home, often for royalty.

Visually Confused Words
place
parlance
palpacle
paleface
impalace
plaice
placet
placer
Is this page helpful?
That sounds incredible! I'd love to see a real palace someday.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
mansion
castle
hall
Antonyms
hovel
shack
cottage