Monarch: meaning, definitions and examples

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monarch

 

[ หˆmษ’n.ษ™k ]

Context #1

ruler of a kingdom

A monarch is a king or queen who rules over a kingdom. Monarchs usually inherit their position and have significant power and authority. They are often seen as the head of state and symbol of their country.

Synonyms

king, queen, ruler, sovereign

Examples of usage

  • The monarch of England is Queen Elizabeth II.
  • The monarch of Spain is King Felipe VI.
Context #2

butterfly

Monarch is also a type of butterfly known for its distinctive orange and black pattern. The monarch butterfly is famous for its long-distance migration and is a symbol of beauty and grace.

Synonyms

butterfly, insect, lepidoptera

Examples of usage

  • We saw a beautiful monarch butterfly in the garden.
  • The monarch butterfly is often spotted during the summer months.

Translations

Translations of the word "monarch" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น monarca

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเคพเคœเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Monarch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ monarki

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะพะฝะฐั€ั…

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ monarcha

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ›ไธป (ใใ‚“ใ—ใ‚…)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท monarque

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ monarca

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท monarลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ตฐ์ฃผ (gunju)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุงู‡ู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ monarcha

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ monarcha

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ›ไธป (jลซnzhว”)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ monarh

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ konungur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะพะฝะฐั€ั…

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒœแƒแƒ แƒฅแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ monarx

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ monarca

Word origin

The word 'monarch' comes from the Greek word 'monarkhes', which means 'one who rules alone'. The concept of monarchy has been present in human societies for centuries, with rulers holding absolute power over their kingdoms. Monarchs have played a significant role in shaping history and politics, with some ruling with tyranny while others with benevolence.

See also: monarchical, monarchist, monarchs, monarchy.