dynast
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of dynast
1625–35; < Latin dynastēs < Greek dynástēs, equivalent to dýnas ( thai ) to rule + -tēs agent suffix
Example Sentences
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Baelor, a politician and a feudal dynast, might understand on some level that by fighting with Dunk, he is, in his own way, upholding the dignity of the crown and keeping the commoners placated.
From Salon • Feb. 25, 2026
In a message posted in Bengali, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated BNP leader Tarique Rahman, the 60-year-old dynast, on a "decisive victory".
From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026
Mr. Schlossberg isn’t the only would-be dynast on the march.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 17, 2025
But that isn’t entirely the case, because Linda McMahon—professional wrestling dynast, twice-failed GOP Senate candidate, and the former head of the Small Business Administration—is back for another round.
From Slate • Jan. 20, 2025
It is clear that the later traditions in many respects accurately summed up the performances of the “Minoan” dynast who carried out the great buildings now brought to light.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 6 "Coucy-le-Château" to "Crocodile" by Various
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