PRINCELY

princely

(adjective) having the rank of or befitting a prince; “a princely bearing”; “princely manner”

deluxe, gilded, grand, luxurious, opulent, princely, sumptuous, lush

(adjective) ostentatiously rich and superior in quality; “a princely sum”; “gilded dining rooms”; “these architecture magazines are full of the lush interiors of the rich and famous”

Source: WordNet® 3.1

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Etymology

Adjective

princely (comparative princelier, superlative princeliest)

Relating to a prince; regal; royal.

Befitting a prince; grand; lavish or opulent.

Synonyms

• regal, grand

Adverb

princely (comparative more princely, superlative most princely)

(obsolete) In the manner of a royal prince's conduct.

Source: Wiktionary

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Prince"ly, a.

1. Of or relating to a prince; regal; royal; of highest rank or authority; as, princely birth, character, fortune, etc.

2. Suitable for, or becoming to, a prince; grand; august; munificent; magnificent; as, princely virtues; a princely fortune. "Most princely gifts." Shak.

Prince"ly, adv.

Definition: In a princely manner. My appetite was not princely got. Shak.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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