monarchical

English

Etymology

From monarch +‎ -ical.

Pronunciation

(UK) IPA^(key): /məˈnɑːkɪk(ə)l/

Adjective

monarchical (comparative more monarchical, superlative most monarchical)

Of or pertaining to a monarch or monarchy.
Although a socialist he did have monarchical leanings
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

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