Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

monarquia

Noun

mo-nar-kee-uh

Definition

A system of government in which a single person rules as head of state for life or until abdication, typically a king or queen.

Examples

The United Kingdom is a constitutional monarchy.
In some monarchies, the king has significant power, while in others, the role is mainly ceremonial.
Spain’s monarchy has undergone considerable changes since the end of the dictatorship.

Meaning

Monarquia refers to a form of governance where a monarch, either a king or queen, serves as the symbolic and political head of state, often inheriting their position through family lineage.