monarchical

Meanings

1. 1
   adj

   having the characteristics of or befitting or worthy of a monarch

   Monarchical gestures.

2. 2
   adj

   Of or pertaining to a monarch or monarchy.

   Although a socialist he did have monarchical leanings.

3. 3
   adj

   Having sole or undivided authority.

   But in this contest of martyrs, it was Ignatius's passionate account of a monarchical episcopal ministry which set the pattern for the future.

4. 4
   adj

   ruled by or having the supreme power resting with a monarch

From monarch + -ical, perhaps after Middle French monarchique.

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