regal
regal
Adjective
comp: more regalsup: most regal
This term evokes a sense of grandeur and inherent authority, moving beyond mere wealth to suggest a quality of nobility and timeless dignity. It is frequently used to describe aesthetics that are opulent yet disciplined, such as architecture or attire that signals high status and formal power.
When applied to a person's demeanor, it describes a specific type of confidence that is poised and distant rather than aggressive. It suggests a natural right to lead or be respected, often contrasting with words like "arrogant" by implying a grace and composure that justifies the attention received.
Meanings
Examples
The architecture of the cathedral is strikingly regal.
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