Seigniory — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈsān-yə-rē/ sei·gniory

Meaning & Definition of Seigniory

Seigniory (noun)

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

Seigniory (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in principality, duchy

    similar: duchy, dukedom, emirate, principality, sultanate, domain, dominion, empire, kingdom, realm, republic, democracy, dictatorship, monarchy, monocracy, oligarchy, sovereign, theocracy, city-state, microstate, ministate, nation-state, client state, colony, condominium, dependency, mandate, province, settlement, soil, trust territory, commonwealth, country, land, nation, sovereignty, state, fatherland, homeland, motherland, great power, power, sea power, superpower, world power, welfare state

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Seigniory

The most common words with a similar meaning to Seigniory:

duchy, dukedom, emirate, principality, sultanate, domain, dominion, empire, kingdom, realm, republic, democracy, dictatorship, monarchy, monocracy, oligarchy, sovereign, theocracy, city-state, microstate, ministate, nation-state, client state, colony, condominium, dependency, mandate, province, settlement, soil, trust territory, commonwealth, country, land, nation, sovereignty, state, fatherland, homeland, motherland

Word Forms of Seigniory

Inflections: seigniories, seignories

Origin & Etymology of Seigniory

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Seigniory

What does "Seigniory" mean?

"Seigniory" 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 "Seigniory"?

Other words for "Seigniory" include duchy, dukedom, emirate, principality, sultanate, domain, dominion and empire. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Seigniory" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Seigniory"?

There are 46 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Seigniory". Common alternatives include duchy, dukedom, emirate, principality, sultanate, domain, dominion, empire, kingdom and realm.

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

"Seigniory" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Seigniory"?

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

What is the origin of the word "Seigniory"?

First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Seigniory" meaning "as in principality, duchy"?

When "Seigniory" (noun) means as in principality, duchy, synonyms include duchy, dukedom, emirate, principality, sultanate and domain.

What are the forms of "Seigniory"?

The word forms of "Seigniory" include seigniories and seignories.