MEANING
A sequence of rulers belonging to the same family or lineage.
Use it for
generational power; succession crises; political marriagesMake private family decisions affect the history of a realm.
Words that belong together
- found a dynasty
- fall of a dynasty
- dynastic marriage
On the page
The dynasty survived three invasions but not one disputed marriage.
Her portrait ended the gallery of the old dynasty.
A minor branch founded a dynasty on the far side of the sea.
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Word forms
- Base
- dynasty
Usage notes
Primary category: fantasy. Describes continuity across generations, not merely one ruling household; it can also refer figuratively to powerful business or sporting families. Noun: dynasty; plural dynasties.
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