Principalities — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˌprin(t)-sə-ˈpa-lə-tē/ prin·ci·pal·i·ty

Meaning & Definition of Principalities

Principalities (noun)

  1. the state, office, or authority of a prince
  2. the position or responsibilities of a principal (as of a school)
  3. the territory or jurisdiction of a prince, the country that gives title to a prince

Principalities (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in emirates, duchies

    similar: duchies, dukedoms, emirates, seigniories, sultanates, domains, dominions, empires, kingdoms, realms, republics, democracies, dictatorships, monarchies, monocracies, oligarchies, sovereigns, theocracies, city-states, microstates, ministates, nation-states, client states, colonies, condominiums, dependencies, mandates, provinces, settlements, soil, trust territories, commonwealths, countries, lands, nations, sovereignties, states, fatherlands, homelands, motherlands, great powers, powers, sea powers, superpowers, world powers, welfare states

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Principalities

The most common words with a similar meaning to Principalities:

duchies, dukedoms, emirates, seigniories, sultanates, domains, dominions, empires, kingdoms, realms, republics, democracies, dictatorships, monarchies, monocracies, oligarchies, sovereigns, theocracies, city-states, microstates, ministates, nation-states, client states, colonies, condominiums, dependencies, mandates, provinces, settlements, soil, trust territories, commonwealths, countries, lands, nations, sovereignties, states, fatherlands, homelands, motherlands

Origin & Etymology of Principalities

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Principalities

What does "Principalities" mean?

"Principalities" means the state, office, or authority of a prince. As a noun, it is defined as: the state, office, or authority of a prince.

What is another word for "Principalities"?

Other words for "Principalities" include duchies, dukedoms, emirates, seigniories, sultanates, domains, dominions and empires. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Principalities" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Principalities"?

There are 46 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Principalities". Common alternatives include duchies, dukedoms, emirates, seigniories, sultanates, domains, dominions, empires, kingdoms and realms.

Is "Principalities" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Principalities" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Principalities"?

"Principalities" is pronounced /ˌprin(t)-sə-ˈpa-lə-tē/ and divided into syllables as prin·ci·pal·i·ty.

What is the origin of the word "Principalities"?

First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Principalities" meaning "as in emirates, duchies"?

When "Principalities" (noun) means as in emirates, duchies, synonyms include duchies, dukedoms, emirates, seigniories, sultanates and domains.