Sceptre: meaning, definitions and examples

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sceptre

 

[ หˆsษ›ptษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

royal object

A sceptre is a symbolic ornamental staff held by a ruling monarch as an emblem of authority and sovereignty. It represents the power and governance of the ruler, often decorated with precious stones and intricate designs.

Synonyms

rod, scepter, staff, wand

Examples of usage

  • The queen held her sceptre high during the coronation ceremony.
  • He was depicted in the painting with a sceptre in hand, signifying his power.
  • The sceptre is a traditional part of royal regalia.
  • In ancient times, rulers used sceptres during formal ceremonies.

Translations

Translations of the word "sceptre" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cetro

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเคพเคœเคฆเค‚เคก

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Zepter

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sepel

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะตะฟั‚ะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ berล‚o

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ปใƒ—ใ‚ฟใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sceptre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cetro

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท scepter

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ™€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุตูˆู„ุฌุงู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลพezlo

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลพezlo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆƒๆ–

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลพezlo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ krรณnudjรกsn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะตะฟั‚ะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ”แƒคแƒขแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ scepter

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cetro

Etymology

The word 'sceptre' comes from the Latin 'sceptre', which in turn is derived from the Greek word 'skeptron', meaning 'a staff or rod'. The term has been used since ancient times to denote a symbol of authority wielded by kings and rulers. In many cultures, the sceptre has held great significance in ceremonial practices, often being part of the crown jewels and used during the coronation of monarchs. Its use is prevalent in both historical contexts and contemporary representations of royal power, reflecting the continuity of its importance as an emblem of governance throughout history.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,821, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.