Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
principalities
noun
/ˌprɪn.səˈpæl.ɪ.tiz/
Definition
Principalities are regions or territories that are ruled by a prince or a similar sovereign leader.
Examples
- The principalities of Monaco and Liechtenstein are well-known examples of small sovereign states in Europe.
- In the past, several principalities existed in what is now modern-day Italy and Germany.
- The diplomat traveled through several Eastern European principalities during his journey.
Meaning
The term often refers to realms that are smaller than kingdoms, governed by a prince or a chief, which can be either hereditary or appointed.
Synonyms
- Territories
- Duchies
- Principalities
- Regions
