monarch Meaning & Definition
What Does Monarch Mean?
Monarch is used as a noun meaning The ruler of an absolute monarchy or the head of state of a constitutional monarchy. It is also used to mean A monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) and others of genus Danaus, found primarily in North America.
Quick Facts About Monarch
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈmɒnək// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | danaus plexippus, monarch butterfly and milkweed butterfly |
| Plural | monarchs |
Monarch Definition (Noun)
- The ruler of an absolute monarchy or the head of state of a constitutional monarchy.
- A monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) and others of genus Danaus, found primarily in North America.
- A police officer.
- A stag which has sixteen or more points or tines on its antlers.
- The chief or best thing of its kind.
- Any bird of the family Monarchidae.
Noun
- The monarch butterfly, Danaus plexippus, and others of genus Danaus, found primarily in North America, so called because of the designs on its wings.
- (Aboriginal English) A police officer.
- (often capitalised) A stag which has sixteen or more points or tines on its antlers.
Synonyms of Monarch
Antonyms of Monarch
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Monarch in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
monarch (plural monarchs)
Words That Rhyme With Monarch
Origin of Monarch
From Middle French monarque, from Late Latin monarcha, from Ancient Greek μονάρχης (monárkhēs), variant of μόναρχος (mónarkhos, “sole ruler”), from μόνος (mónos, “only”) + ἀρχός (arkhós, “leader”), equivalent to mono- + -arch.
How Do You Say Monarch?
You say monarch as //ˈmɒnək//. It has 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Monarch
What part of speech is monarch?
Monarch is a noun.
What is another word for monarch?
Close synonyms of monarch are danaus plexippus, monarch butterfly and milkweed butterfly. See the full list of monarch synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of monarch?
The plural of monarch is monarchs.