Seigniories — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈsān-yə-rē/ sei·gniory

Meaning & Definition of Seigniories

Seigniories (noun)

  1. lordship, dominion; specifically, the power or authority of a feudal lord
  2. the territory over which a lord holds jurisdiction

Seigniories (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in principalities, duchies

    similar: duchies, dukedoms, emirates, principalities, 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 Seigniories

The most common words with a similar meaning to Seigniories:

duchies, dukedoms, emirates, principalities, 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

Word Forms of Seigniories

Inflections: seignories

Origin & Etymology of Seigniories

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Seigniories

What does "Seigniories" mean?

"Seigniories" means lordship, dominion; specifically, the power or authority of a feudal lord. As a noun, it is defined as: lordship, dominion; specifically, the power or authority of a feudal lord.

What is another word for "Seigniories"?

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

What are different ways to say "Seigniories"?

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

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

"Seigniories" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Seigniories"?

"Seigniories" is pronounced /ˈsān-yə-rē/ and divided into syllables as sei·gniory.

What is the origin of the word "Seigniories"?

First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Seigniories" meaning "as in principalities, duchies"?

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

What are the forms of "Seigniories"?

The word forms of "Seigniories" include seignories.