What does REIGN mean?

Reign

Part of Speech: Verb, Noun

Definition: As a verb, reign means to hold royal office; to rule as a monarch. As a noun, reign means the period during which a monarch rules.

Pronunciations: US: /reɪn/; UK: /reɪn/

Origin and Usage: The word "reign" originated from the Old French word "regnier" and the Latin word "regnum," which means "kingdom" or "rule." The verb form of "reign" has been used since the 14th century, while the noun form has been used since the 16th century. It is commonly used in political and historical contexts.

Synonyms: Rule, govern, dominate, control, command

Related Words: Ruler, power, king, queen, state

Example Sentences:

• The queen has reigned for over 50 years.
• The kings reign was marked by peace and prosperity.
• The team reigned supreme in the championship game.
• The dictators reign of terror came to an end after a popular uprising.
• During the reign of the emperor, the country experienced significant economic growth.