monarchical

English

Etymology

From monarch +‎ -ical.

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA: /məˈnɑːkɪk(ə)l/

Adjective

monarchical (comparative more monarchical, superlative most monarchical)

1. Of or pertaining to a monarch or monarchy.

   Although a socialist he did have monarchical leanings

2. Having sole or undivided authority.
   • 2009, Diarmaid MacCulloch, A History of Christianity, Penguin 2010, p. 133-4:

     But in this contest of martyrs, it was Ignatius's passionate account of a monarchical episcopal ministry which set the pattern for the future.

Synonyms

• monarchal, monarchial

Derived terms

• monarchical hero