Definition

A female ruler or leader, often associated with a sultan, typically in a historical or royal context.

Example

The sultaness ruled the kingdom with wisdom and grace.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new sultaness in the historical drama series?

Yeah, I heard she's really captivating on screen!

I think I might start watching it just for her performance.

You definitely should; everyone is talking about her!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sultaness → It is formed from "sultan" (from Arabic "sultān", meaning ruler or authority) and the suffix "-ess" (meaning female). The word "sultaness" refers to a female ruler or the wife of a sultan.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'sultan' as a ruler, and the '-ess' indicates a female, so a sultaness is a female ruler.

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