Synonyms for imperial
- adjective
Most common
Definitions
- adj. 1
Related to an empire, emperor, or empress.
Related words
Example sentences
- noble The country was governed by a French noble family.
- regal Her Ladyship entered the parlor with a regal air.
- supreme The Supreme Court approved the primary sentencing.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| imperial | rising | |
| noble | falling | |
| regal | rising | |
| monarchical | rising | |
| kingly | rising | |
| supreme | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 5 letters
- grand1, noble2, regal2
- 6 letters
- purple2, kingly2
- 7 letters
- supreme2, stately2, exalted3
- 8 letters
- majestic3, princely2
- 9 letters
- sovereign2, monarchic
- 11 letters
- magnificent4, monarchical
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (noble2 = 2 syllables).