monarch
noun
a hereditary sovereign, as a king, queen, or emperor.
monarchs
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pluralof monarch.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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European monarchs and world leaders paid tribute Friday to Norway's King Harald, after the royal palace announced his death at the age of 89.
From Barron's ● Aug. 28, 2026
The 89-year-old, who is one of Europe's longest-serving monarchs, has been treated in recent weeks with cortisone for rare blood condition haemolytic anaemia.
From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026
Martin and Lewis became the monarchs of all media, conquering radio, nightclubs, television and the silver screen.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2026
Historically, monarchs had a court of advisers, diplomats and merchants who jockeyed for proximity to limitless power.
From Salon ● Jun. 2, 2026
“Mine too,” said Akira, and she felt another pang of loss for her peaceful Saturday morning ride among the monarchs.
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
