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princely Antonyms

Opposite of princely

Because the opposite of princely shifts with each meaning, the 10 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Very large, generous, or sumptuous, especially in reference to an amount of money or a gift.

Usage Example

"The antique desk fetched a paltry sum at the estate auction."

Strongest
paltry
meager
measly
Strong
stingy
piddling
scanty

• adjective (Context 2)

Relating to, characteristic of, or belonging to a prince or royal ruler.

Usage Example

"Before unification, the region was divided into dozens of independent plebeian states."

Strong
plebeian
ignoble
lowborn
common

Similar words to princely

Words similar to princely shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

handsome
regal
royal
generous
lavish
munificent
bountiful
sumptuous
See all synonyms of princely

• Nearby Words

prince
princeliness
princeling
princely
princess
principal
principality

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Princely. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/princely
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