Kingship: meaning, definitions and examples

👑
Add to dictionary

kingship

 

[ ˈkɪŋʃɪp ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

royalty status

Kingship refers to the position, dignity, or authority of a king. It embodies the power and responsibilities associated with being a monarch, including governance, protection, and leadership of a realm.

Synonyms

monarchy, royalty, sovereignty

Examples of usage

  • The concept of kingship has evolved over centuries.
  • In many cultures, kingship is linked to divine right.
  • His kingship was marked by significant reforms.

Translations

Translations of the word "kingship" in other languages:

🇵🇹 realeza

🇮🇳 राजशाही

🇩🇪 Königtum

🇮🇩 kerajaan

🇺🇦 царство

🇵🇱 królestwo

🇯🇵 王権

🇫🇷 royauté

🇪🇸 realeza

🇹🇷 krallık

🇰🇷 왕권

🇸🇦 ملكية

🇨🇿 království

🇸🇰 kráľovstvo

🇨🇳 王权

🇸🇮 kraljevanje

🇮🇸 kóngafólk

🇰🇿 патшалық

🇬🇪 მეფობა

🇦🇿 padşahlıq

🇲🇽 realeza

Etymology

The term 'kingship' is derived from Old English 'cyning', which means 'king', and the suffix '-ship', denoting status or condition. This compound word has its roots in the Proto-Germanic '*kuningaz', with cognates in other Germanic languages such as Dutch 'koning' and German 'König'. The concept of kingship has been vital in the social and political structures throughout history, often associated with the idea of divine right and authority. It has played a significant role in the establishment of kingdoms and empires, reflecting the qualities and responsibilities attributed to rulership. Over the centuries, the term has acquired different meanings depending on cultural contexts but generally maintains the core notion of sovereign rule.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,773, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.