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imperial`relating to an empire or emperor; majestic, magnificent

Part of speech: ADJECTIVE

Definition: relating to an empire or emperor; majestic, magnificent

Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪmˈpɪriəl/

Korean meaning: 제국의, 황제의; 장엄한, 웅장한

Korean pronunciation: 임**피**리얼

Example Sentences

  • The chef's imperial attitude made everyone think he owned the kitchen and possibly the entire universe.
  • My cat has an imperial presence - she expects to be served dinner on a silver platter.
  • The imperial measurements confused the international students in the cooking class.

imperial`

ADJECTIVE

//ɪmˈpɪriəl//

relating to an empire or emperor; majestic, magnificent

imperial` concept
💡 Concept

a crowned emperor sits regally on an elaborate golden throne while raising a jeweled scepter. His flowing purple robes cascade down the steps as courtiers bow deeply before him. The emperor's commanding gesture causes all the nobles and guards to kneel in reverence. Golden light streams through tall stained glass windows, illuminating the emperor's ornate crown and royal regalia. Courtiers dressed in fine silk garments lower their heads respectfully while palace guards stand at attention. the majestic and magnificent authority relating to an empire and emperor

🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/ɪmˈpɪriəl/
🇬🇧 UK/ɪmˈpɪəriəl/

🌳Etymology

Rootimper
Suffix--ial

Origin

From Latin 'imperialis', derived from 'imperium' meaning supreme power or command. This was the term used for the absolute authority held by Roman emperors.

🎵Rhyme

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🔗Collocations

imperial power
imperial family
imperial system
imperial palace
imperial decree
imperial expansion

📝Examples

😄 Fun example

The chef's imperial attitude made everyone think he owned the kitchen and possibly the entire universe.

😄 Fun example

My cat has an imperial presence - she expects to be served dinner on a silver platter.

The imperial measurements confused the international students in the cooking class.

The museum displayed artifacts from various imperial dynasties throughout history.

📚Related Words

Synonyms

royalregalmajesticsovereignmonarchical

Antonyms

democraticrepublicanhumble

Related

empireemperorimperativeimperialism

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