dynasty

• Nom désignant une succession de souverains issus d'une même famille, lignée ou groupe, qui détient souvent le pouvoir pendant une période considérable. Peut aussi s'employer pour une famille influente ou une lignée dominante dans un domaine.

A noun referring to a sequence of rulers from the same family, lineage, or group, often maintaining power over a significant period of time.

1. Ruling familyB2formal

   A series of rulers from the same family who maintain power over a country or region for generations.

   dynastie (famille régnante)

   • The Ming dynasty ruled China for nearly 300 years.
   • The Romanov dynasty was the last imperial family of Russia.
   • The dynasty's influence declined after the king's death.

   Synonymesfamilyhouselineroyal house

2. Dominant group or familyB2informal

   A powerful family or group that maintains influence or success in a particular field over a long period.

   dynastie (groupe ou famille dominant)

   • The Kennedy family is often considered a political dynasty in America.
   • The company has become a dynasty in the tech industry.
   • The team's winning streak created a sports dynasty.

   Synonymesclanempirefamilyhouselineage