knyaz

/knʲæz/ (Russian pronunciation: [knʲæz])

Definitions

1. noun

A Slavic title of nobility, equivalent to a prince or duke, often used in Eastern European and Russian contexts.

“The knyaz was a key figure in the medieval state of Kievan Rus.”

Synonyms

  • duke
  • nobleman
  • prince

Antonyms

  • commoner
  • vassal