dynasty

noun
UK: /ˈdɪnəsti/
US: /ˈdaɪnəsti/

  1. A series of rulers from the same family.

    1. The Ming dynasty ruled for many years.
    2. The powerful dynasty expanded its territories through strategic alliances.

  2. A family or group that maintains power or success for several generations.

    1. They are a dynasty in the music world.
    2. The Smith family established a publishing dynasty, dominating the industry for decades.

Synonyms

empire reign house succession

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "dynasty" in English means: A series of rulers from the same family., A family or group that maintains power or success for several generations..

The phonetic transcription of "dynasty" is /ˈdɪnəsti/ in British English and /ˈdaɪnəsti/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "dynasty": empire, reign, house, succession.

Example usage of "dynasty": "The Ming dynasty ruled for many years.". More examples on the page.