royalty

/ˈrɔɪ.əlti/

Definitions

1. noun

a family or person of high birth or rank, especially a king, queen, or their children

“The royal family received a warm welcome during their visit to the country.”

2. noun

a grant or concession of exclusive rights or privileges, especially to a company or inventor

“The patent office granted the tech company a royalty on every unit sold.”

3. noun

a person who is given a title or honorific, especially a member of the nobility

“The ambassador was treated with royalty at the state dinner.”

4. verb

to honor or treat with great respect or deference

“The crowd royalty the famous musician, chanting his name.”

Synonyms

  • aristocracy
  • nobility

Antonyms

  • commoner
  • plebeian