Synonyms for reigning

Most common

ruling · regnant

All synonyms

Adjective

Definitions

1. adj. 1

   Currently ruling or holding a position.

   The reigning world heavyweight champion said he'd defend his title once more and then retire even if he won.

Example sentences

• ruling Will Algeria get rid of its corrupt ruling class?

Popularity over time

Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.

By length

6 letters

ruling²

7 letters

regnant

11 letters

predominant⁴

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (ruling² = 2 syllables).