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queenly

/ˈkwiːn.li/
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• adjective

1

Having the dignity, grace, or stately bearing characteristic of or befitting a queen; regal and majestic.

Example

"The veteran actress walked across the stage with a calm, queenly composure that captivated the entire audience."


2

Relating to, belonging to, or exercised by a reigning queen.

Example

"The historical biography examines how she balanced her private family life with her demanding queenly duties."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Old English as cwēnlīc, combining cwēn ('queen, woman') with the adjectival suffix -līc ('-ly, like').

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