Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dinastia
noun
/dɪˈnæstə/
Definition
A sequence of rulers from the same family or line.
Examples
- The Ming dynasty ruled China for nearly three centuries.
- Many great empires, such as the Roman and Ottoman, were led by powerful dynasties.
- The ruling dynasty was finally overthrown after years of struggle.
Meaning
In historical contexts, a dynasty represents a lineage that maintains power through hereditary succession.
Synonyms
- lineage
- family
- house
- bloodline