kingship

noun
UK: /ˈkɪŋʃɪp/
US: /ˈkɪŋʃɪp/

  1. The position or rank of a king.

    1. His kingship was short but impactful.
    2. The responsibilities of kingship weighed heavily on the young ruler.

  2. The system of government by a king or queen.

    1. Kingship is rare in modern states.
    2. The ancient kingdom transitioned from tribal rule to a more structured kingship.

  3. The period during which someone is king.

    1. During his kingship, the economy grew.
    2. Her kingship was marked by peace and prosperity across the nation.

Synonyms

sovereignty monarchy reign rule royalty

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "kingship" in English means: The position or rank of a king., The system of government by a king or queen., The period during which someone is king..

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

Synonyms for "kingship": sovereignty, monarchy, reign, rule, royalty.

Example usage of "kingship": "His kingship was short but impactful.". More examples on the page.