royal
UK: ˈrɔɪəl | US: ˈrɔɪəl
adj. relating to or belonging to a king or queen
adj. having the status or qualities of royalty; majestic
n. a member of a royal family
The word royal traces back to Latin regalis (pertaining to a king), derived from rex (king). It entered English via Old French roial in the 13th century, retaining its regal connotations. The suffix -al standardizes it as an adjective, emphasizing its association with monarchy. Over time, royal expanded to describe anything grand or majestic, mirroring the perceived qualities of royalty.
The royal family attended the ceremony in full regalia.
She received a royal welcome at the event.
The palace is a symbol of royal power.
He was born into a royal lineage.
The hotel offered royal treatment to its guests.