royalty
Translation
royalty, royalties, regality
Examples
The event was attended by royalty.
The event was attended by royalty.
The author receives a royalty on each book sold.
The author receives a royalty on each book sold.
Grammar Patterns
((royalty)) [uncountable] royal people The event was attended by royalty.
((a royalty)) ((on sth.)) [countable] a payment for use of property He gets a royalty on every copy sold.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (people) nobility, aristocracy; (payment) commission, fee
Etymology
From 'royal' plus the suffix '-ty', which denotes a quality or condition.
Memory Tips
Remember that 'royal' people might receive a 'royalty' payment. This connects the two main meanings.