Monarchical: meaning, definitions and examples
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monarchical
[ ˌmɒnəˈrkiəl ]
form of government
Relating to or characteristic of a monarch or monarchy; having a monarch as head of state.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The country has a long history of monarchical rule.
- The monarchical system is based on hereditary succession.
Translations
Translations of the word "monarchical" in other languages:
🇵🇹 monárquico
🇮🇳 राजतंत्रीय
🇩🇪 monarchisch
🇮🇩 monarki
🇺🇦 монархічний
🇵🇱 monarchiczny
🇯🇵 君主制の
🇫🇷 monarchique
🇪🇸 monárquico
🇹🇷 monarşik
🇰🇷 군주제의
🇸🇦 ملكي
🇨🇿 monarchický
🇸🇰 monarchický
🇨🇳 君主的
🇸🇮 monarhičen
🇮🇸 konunglegur
🇰🇿 монархиялық
🇬🇪 მონარქიული
🇦🇿 monarxik
🇲🇽 monárquico
Word origin
The word 'monarchical' originated from the Greek word 'monarkhikos', which is derived from 'monarkhia' meaning 'single rule'. The concept of monarchy dates back to ancient civilizations such as Egypt and Mesopotamia, where rulers were considered divine or appointed by gods. Monarchical systems have evolved over time, with different forms such as absolute monarchy and constitutional monarchy. Monarchical rule has been prevalent throughout history, with notable monarchs shaping the course of nations.
See also: monarch, monarchist, monarchs, monarchy.