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majesty
[maj-uh-stee]
noun
plural
majestiesregal, lofty, or stately dignity; imposing character; grandeur.
majesty of bearing; the majesty of Chartres.
supreme greatness or authority; sovereignty.
All paid tribute to the majesty of Rome.
(usually initial capital letter), a title used when speaking of or to a sovereign (usually preceded by his, her, oryour ).
His Majesty's Navy; Will your Majesty hear our petitions?
a royal personage, or royal personages collectively.
The royal wedding was attended by the majesties of Europe.
Christ in Majesty, a representation of Christ as ruler of the universe.
majesty
1/ ˈmædʒɪstɪ /
noun
great dignity of bearing; loftiness; grandeur
supreme power or authority
an archaic word for royalty
Majesty
2/ ˈmædʒɪstɪ /
noun
(preceded by Your, His, Her, or Their ) a title used to address or refer to a sovereign or the wife or widow of a sovereign
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of majesty1
Example Sentences
“I am quite sure if Queen Victoria knew of this man’s dishonesty, her majesty would be very unhappy indeed.”
Only when Fabbro trains his camera on the Langhe skies, the land stretching off into the distance, does “Trifole” suggest the weight and majesty of a culture in danger of disappearing.
"It's a fascinating hymn that describes Babylon in all its majesty and gives insights into the lives of its inhabitants, male and female," he explained.
The government is his or her majesty's administration.
"I am thankful to be born in their majesties' era," said Thanachote.
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