regalia

[ri-gey-lee-uh, -geyl-yuh]

plural noun

1. the ensigns or emblems of royalty, as the crown or scepter.

2. the decorations, insignia, or ceremonial clothes of any office or order.

3. rich, fancy, or dressy clothing; finery.

   guests wearing formal party regalia.

4. royal rights or privileges.

regalia

/ rɪˈɡeɪlɪə /

plural noun

1. the ceremonial emblems or robes of royalty, high office, an order, etc

2. any splendid or special clothes; finery

Word History and Origins

Origin of regalia¹

1530–40; < Medieval Latin rēgālia things pertaining to a king, noun use of neuter plural of Latin rēgālis regal ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of regalia¹

C16: from Medieval Latin: royal privileges, from Latin rēgālis _regal ¹

Example Sentences

When Jaja finally shows up in wedding regalia that she wears like a victory flag, the play hurtles toward its conclusion.

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At one of her most recent ceremonies, everyone stood for the entrance of the bride - only to be surprised by a drag queen, in full bridal regalia.

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Capitol in their religious regalia reflecting their diverse faith traditions to protest an "immoral proposed budget that would slash essential aid for the most vulnerable to give tax breaks to billionaires."

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In full drag regalia, they unflinchingly confront the encroaching darkness with a theatrical exuberance that says, “I’m here, my eyes are open and I care.”

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Troops and tanks poured into the state and Calderón himself flew down, dressed in full army regalia.

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Related Words

• insignia