Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
reign
verb, noun
/reɪn/
Definition
To hold royal office; to rule as a sovereign.
Examples
- The queen began to reign at the young age of eighteen.
- During his reign, the country experienced significant economic growth.
- She hoped to reign over her fears and doubts.
Meaning
Reign refers to the period during which a sovereign occupies the throne and exercises authority over a state or territory. It can also relate to the act of ruling in a broader sense.
Synonyms
- rule
- govern
- dominate
- control
