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dynasty

[ˈdaɪnəsti]

dynasty Definition

  • 1a line of hereditary rulers of a country
  • 2a succession of people from the same family who play a prominent role in business, politics, or another field

Using dynasty: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dynasty" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The Ming dynasty ruled China for almost three centuries.

  • Example

    The Kennedy dynasty has been active in American politics for decades.

  • Example

    The Ford dynasty has a long history in the automotive industry.

  • Example

    The Rothschild dynasty is one of the wealthiest families in the world.

dynasty Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for dynasty

Phrases with dynasty

  • a ruling family that holds imperial power

    Example

    The Qing dynasty was the last imperial dynasty of China.

  • a succession of politicians from the same family who hold political power

    Example

    The Aquino family is considered a political dynasty in the Philippines.

  • business dynasty

    a succession of businesspeople from the same family who hold significant positions in a company or industry

    Example

    The Walton family is a business dynasty that owns Walmart.

Origins of dynasty

from Greek 'dynasteia', meaning 'power, lordship'

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Summary: dynasty in Brief

The term 'dynasty' [ˈdaɪnəsti] refers to a line of hereditary rulers of a country or a succession of people from the same family who play a prominent role in business, politics, or another field. Examples include the Ming dynasty in China and the Kennedy dynasty in American politics. The term extends into phrases like 'imperial dynasty,' 'political dynasty,' and 'business dynasty.'

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