monarchal

• Relatif à un monarque ou à une monarchie, ou caractéristique de ceux-ci ; possédant les qualités d'un souverain.

Relating to or characteristic of a monarch or monarchy; having the qualities of a ruler.

1. Relating to a monarchC2formal

   Having the characteristics of or befitting a monarch; majestic or regal.

   Qui concerne un monarque

   • The monarchal robes were adorned with gold and jewels.
   • His monarchal bearing commanded respect from everyone present.
   • The palace was decorated in a monarchal style.

   Synonymesimperialkinglymajesticmonarchicalregalroyalsovereign

2. Ruled by a monarchC2formal

   Describing a system of government where supreme power rests with a monarch.

   Régi par un monarque

   • The country transitioned from a monarchal system to a republic.
   • Monarchal traditions still influence the nation's ceremonies.
   • The constitution limited the monarchal powers.

   Synonymeskinglymonarchicmonarchicalroyalsovereign

   Antonymesdemocraticrepublican