monarchy
Translation
monarchy, kingdom
Examples
The UK is a constitutional monarchy.
The UK is a constitutional monarchy.
Several European monarchies still exist today.
Several European monarchies still exist today.
Grammar Patterns
((monarchy)) [uncountable] a system of government Monarchy is a form of government.
((a monarchy)) [countable] a country with a monarch The UK is a monarchy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: kingdom, sovereignty, reign; Antonyms: republic, democracy
Etymology
From 'monarch', ultimately from Greek 'monos' (alone) + 'arkhia' (rule). The system of rule by one person.
Memory Tips
It's the system (-y) of a 'monarch'.