Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To rule over a country, area, or group by holding a position of power, usually as a king or queen.
Reign
/reɪn/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Judge Blount glared at him with apoplectic countenance, and silence reigned.
And woman, lovely woman, reigns alone.
To reign in my place and stead?
Etymology:
From Middle English reigne, from Old French reigne, the nominative singular of reignier (to reign), from Latin regnum (kingship, royal power), from rex (king).
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