Reign [ɹeɪn]

The meaning and definition of Reign, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun

The exercise of sovereign power.
“England prospered under Elizabeth I's reign.”
The period during which a monarch rules.
“The reign of Victoria was a long one.”

verb

To exercise sovereign power, to rule as a monarch.
“He reigned in an autocratic manner.”
To reign over (a country)

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