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monarchy

/ˈmɑːnərki/
mon · ar · chy
Adverb:monarchically
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Plural:monarchies
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Adjective:monarchic
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1

A form of government with a monarch (such as a king, queen, or emperor) at the head, in which supreme authority is either absolute or constitutionally limited.

Example

"Over several centuries, the country transitioned from an absolute monarchy to a parliamentary democracy."

2

A state or nation that is ruled or headed by a monarch.

Example

"Several European nations remain constitutional monarchies today."

3

The monarch and royal family of a country considered collectively as a national institution.

Example

"Public support for the monarchy often fluctuates from one generation to the next."

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• Nearby Words

monarchic
monarchical
monarchist
monarchy
monarda
monardella
monastery

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Old French monarchie, via Late Latin monarchia, from Ancient Greek μοναρχία (monarkhía, "rule by one"), derived from μόνος (mónos, "alone, single") and ἄρχω (árkhō, "to rule").

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Monarchy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/monarchy
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