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View usage for: (prɪnsli) 1. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]A princely sum of money is a large sum of money. It'll cost them the princely sum of seventy-five pounds. Synonyms: substantial, considerable, goodly, large More Synonyms of princely 2. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]Princely means belonging to a prince or suitable for a prince. It was the embodiment of princely magnificence. Synonyms: regal, royal, imposing, magnificent More Synonyms of princely More Synonyms of princely princely in British English (ˈprɪnslɪ) adjectiveWord forms: -lier or -liest2. of, belonging to, or characteristic of a prince Derived forms princeliness (ˈprinceliness) noun princely in American English (ˈprɪnsli) adjectiveWord forms: ˈprincelier or ˈprinceliest1. of a prince; royal; regal; noble 2. characteristic of a prince; liberal; generous 3. worthy of a prince; magnificent; lavish Derived forms princeliness (ˈprinceliness) noun Examples of 'princely' in a sentenceprincely The princely sum of 125,000.The princely sum of 125,000.We have worked all our lives for that princely sum.All this for the princely sum of fifty quid.The happy Hammers managed to buy both of them for the princely sum of.Not such a princely sum that we deserve a hefty tax bill simply because we have been good savers, surely?I was earning the princely sum of 5,000 a year.For the 18 rounds he was paid the princely sum of 65p.After one phone call to the local council and the handing over of the princely sum of 10, it is ours for a year.I think some remuneration, not a princely sum, will produce a wider field of applicants next time. Definition generous or lavish It cost them the princely sum of seventy-five pounds. Synonyms whopping (great) (informal) sizable or sizeable Definition of or characteristic of a prince the embodiment of princely magnificence Definition generous or lavish Synonyms rich gracious open-handed bounteous Additional synonymsDefinition dignified and imposing the august surroundings of the Liberal Club Synonyms noble, great, kingly, grand, excellent, imposing, impressive, superb, distinguished, magnificent, glorious, splendid, elevated, eminent, majestic, dignified, regal, stately, high-ranking, monumental, solemn, lofty, exaltedDefinition giving freely Their bountiful host was serving a variety of wonderful dishes. Synonyms generous, kind, princely, liberal, charitable, hospitable, prodigal, open-handed, unstinting, beneficent, bounteous, munificent, ungrudging Definition large enough to reckon with We have already spent a considerable amount of money on repairs. Synonyms large, goodly, much, great, marked, comfortable, substantial, reasonable, tidy (informal), lavish, ample, noticeable, abundant, plentiful, tolerable, appreciable, sizable or sizeable - primordial
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Additional synonymsDefinition calm, impressive, and worthy of respect He conducted the interview in a dignified and professional manner. Synonyms distinguished, august, reserved, imposing, formal, grave, noble, upright, stately, solemn, lofty, exalted, decorousDefinition unusually large in size, extent, or degree an enormous dust cloud blocking out the sun Synonyms huge, massive, vast, extensive, tremendous, gross, excessive, immense, titanic, jumbo (informal), gigantic, monstrous, mammoth, colossal, mountainous, stellar (informal), prodigious, gargantuan, elephantine, astronomic, ginormous (informal), Brobdingnagian, humongous or humungous (informal), supersize Definition fairly large He spent a goodly part of his life in America. Synonyms considerable, large, significant, substantial, tidy (informal), ample, sizable or sizeable Definition large or impressive in size or appearance a grand building in the centre of town Synonyms impressive, great, large, magnificent, striking, fine, princely, imposing, superb, glorious, noble, splendid, gorgeous, luxurious, eminent, majestic, regal, stately, monumental, sublime, sumptuous, grandiose, opulent, palatial, ostentatious, splendiferous (facetious) Definition extremely large Several painters were working on a huge piece of canvas. Synonyms enormous, great, giant, large, massive, vast, extensive, tremendous, immense, mega (slang), titanic, jumbo (informal), gigantic, monumental (informal), mammoth, bulky, colossal, mountainous, stellar (informal), prodigious, stupendous, gargantuan, elephantine, ginormous (informal), Brobdingnagian, humongous or humungous (informal) Definition of an empire, emperor, or empress the Imperial Palace in Tokyo Synonyms royal, regal, kingly, queenly, princely, sovereign, majestic, monarchial, monarchal Definition grand or impressive An imposing figure loomed over me. Synonyms impressive, striking, grand, august, powerful, effective, commanding, awesome, majestic, dignified, stately, forcibleDefinition having a relatively great size, quantity, or extent In a large room about a dozen children are sitting on the carpet. Synonyms massive, great, big, huge, giant, vast, enormous, considerable, substantial, immense, tidy (informal), jumbo (informal), gigantic, monumental (informal), mammoth, colossal, gargantuan, stellar (informal), king-size, ginormous (informal), Brobdingnagian, humongous or humungous (US, slang), sizable or sizeable, supersize Definition very generous in giving American reviewers are lavish in their praise of this book. Synonyms generous, free, liberal, bountiful, effusive, open-handed, unstinting, munificentDefinition using or existing in large quantities Make liberal use of spices in the recipe. Synonyms abundant, generous, handsome, lavish, ample, rich, plentiful, copious, bountiful, profuse, munificentAdditional synonymsDefinition morally admirable Amid the chaos, he had lofty aims. Synonyms noble, grand, distinguished, superior, imposing, renowned, elevated, majestic, dignified, stately, sublime, illustrious, exaltedDefinition generous and forgiving, esp. towards a defeated enemy He was a man capable of magnanimous gestures. Synonyms generous, kind, noble, selfless, big, free, kindly, handsome, charitable, high-minded, bountiful, unselfish, open-handed, big-hearted, unstinting, beneficent, great-hearted, munificent, ungrudging Definition splendid or impressive in appearance a magnificent country house in wooded grounds Synonyms splendid, striking, grand, impressive, august, rich, princely, imposing, elegant, divine (informal), glorious, noble, gorgeous, lavish, elevated, luxurious, majestic, regal, stately, sublime, sumptuous, grandiose, exalted, opulent, transcendent, resplendent, splendiferous (facetious) Definition beautiful, dignified, and impressive a majestic country home Synonyms grand, magnificent, impressive, superb, kingly, royal, august, princely, imposing, imperial, noble, splendid, elevated, awesome, dignified, regal, stately, monumental, sublime, lofty, pompous, grandiose, exalted, splendiferous (facetious) Definition (of objects) large, bulky, heavy, and usually solid a massive steam boat Synonyms huge, great, big, heavy, imposing, vast, enormous, solid, impressive, substantial, extensive, monster, immense, hefty, titanic, gigantic, monumental (informal), whacking (informal), mammoth, bulky, colossal, whopping (informal), weighty, stellar (informal), hulking, ponderous, gargantuan, elephantine, ginormous (informal), humongous or humungous (informal), supersize Definition very generous a munificent donation Synonyms generous, liberal, lavish, benevolent, rich, princely, free-handed, philanthropic, bountiful, magnanimous, open-handed, big-hearted, unstinting, beneficent, bounteous Definition impressive and magnificent She was described by contemporaries as possessing a noble bearing and excellent manners. Synonyms dignified, great, august, imposing, impressive, distinguished, magnificent, splendid, statelySynonyms generous, free, liberal, lavish, prodigal, bountiful, unstinting, munificentDefinition of or relating to a king or queen or a member of his or her family an invitation to a royal garden party Synonyms regal, kingly or queenly, princely, imperial, sovereign, monarchical, kinglike or queenlike Definition supreme in rank or authority No contract can absolutely restrain a sovereign power. Synonyms supreme, ruling, absolute, chief, royal, principal, dominant, imperial, unlimited, paramount, regal, predominant, monarchal, kingly or queenly Additional synonymsDefinition having a dignified, impressive, and graceful appearance or manner Instead of moving at his usual stately pace, he was almost running. Synonyms grand, majestic, dignified, royal, august, imposing, impressive, elegant, imperial, noble, regal, solemn, lofty, pompous, ceremoniousDefinition quite large The opportunities are there to make a tidy profit. Synonyms considerable, large, substantial, good, goodly, fair, healthy, generous, handsome, respectable, ample, largish, sizable or sizeable |