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regnal

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˈrɛɡ.nəl/

KK: /ˈrɛɡnəl/

adjective
Definition

This word describes something that is connected to a king or the period during which a king rules.


Example

The regnal period of King Henry VIII was marked by significant changes in English history.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you know that the regnal period of King Henry VIII was quite significant in history?
Sloth B
Yeah, I've heard a bit about it; he changed so much during his reign.
Sloth A
Exactly! His regnal decisions shaped the Church of England.
Sloth B
It's fascinating how one person's choices can impact an entire country.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
royal
monarchical
sovereign
Antonyms
common
democratic
republican
Root Explanation

Regnal → It is formed from "reg" (from Latin "rex", meaning king) and the suffix "-al" (meaning pertaining to). The word "regnal" refers to something that pertains to a king or reign.

Memory Tip

Think of 'rex' meaning king, and remember that 'regnal' relates to anything that has to do with a king or his reign.

Visually Confused Words
reginal
renal
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resignal
regional
reginald
regental
rental
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