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viceroy

 

[ หˆvaษชs.rษ”ษช ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

government, authority

The term viceroy refers to a representative who governs a country or province on behalf of a sovereign or ruler. Historically, viceroys were appointed to manage colonial territories, particularly during the age of European imperialism. They held significant power and authority, often acting as the highest-ranking official in the territory. Viceroys typically oversaw various administrative functions, from law and order to taxation and trade. Their role was crucial in the implementation of the policies of the central government.

Synonyms

administrator, governor, ruler

Examples of usage

  • The viceroy implemented the new laws passed by the emperor.
  • During the colonial period, the viceroy had absolute power in India.
  • The viceroy's residence was a symbol of British authority in the region.

Translations

Translations of the word "viceroy" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vice-rei

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคช-เคฐเคพเคœเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Vizekรถnig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ wakil raja

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒั–ั†ะต-ะบะพั€ะพะปัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wicekrรณl

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ‰ฏ็Ž‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท vice-roi

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ virrey

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท vali

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถ€์™•

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ุงุฆุจ ุงู„ู…ู„ูƒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ viceroy

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vicekrรกฤพ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‰ฏ็Ž‹

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vicekralj

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ varรฐstjรณri

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฒะธั†ะต-ะบะพั€ะพะปัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ•แƒ˜แƒชแƒ”-แƒ™แƒแƒ แƒแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ viceroy

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ virrey

Etymology

The word 'viceroy' comes from the Latin prefix 'vice-', meaning 'in place of', combined with the Old French 'roi', meaning 'king'. It originally referred to a noble or a royal delegate appointed to govern territory on behalf of a monarch. Its use increased during the colonial period, when European powers established vast empires, necessitating the appointment of officials to oversee distant lands. Over time, viceroys became significant figures in the colonial administration, often wielding substantial political and military power. The concept of a viceroy highlighted the relationship between the colonizer and the colonized, reflecting the hierarchical nature of colonial rule. It is also notable that in some cultures, such as India, the role of the viceroy became emblematic of colonial domination and control.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,621, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.