regalia
2 synonyms for regalia, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The ceremonial emblems and objects associated with royalty, such as a crown or sceptre.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use regalia
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
royal regalia
academic regalia
full regalia
Etymology
From Medieval Latin regalia, "royal powers," from Latin regalis, "of a king."
Full origin of regalia →Frequently asked questions
What does “regalia” mean?
The word “regalia” means the ceremonial emblems and objects associated with royalty, such as a crown or sceptre. In plain terms, the special clothing, jewelry, or symbols that mark someone out as a royal, an official, or a member of a ceremonial group.
How do you pronounce “regalia”?
“Regalia” is pronounced rih-GAY-lee-uh (/ɹɪˈɡeɪ.li.ə/ in IPA).
How do you use “regalia” in a sentence?
Here is “regalia” used in a sentence: “The crown jewels are part of the royal regalia.”
What part of speech is “regalia”?
“Regalia” is a noun.
Where does the word “regalia” come from?
The word “regalia” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin regalia, "royal powers," from Latin regalis, "of a king.".
How many meanings does “regalia” have?
“Regalia” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the ceremonial emblems and objects associated with royalty, such as a crown or sceptre.
