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Definition of «empress»

An empress is a female monarch, usually the wife or consort of an Emperor. The term can also refer to a woman who holds power and authority in her own right, similar to that of an Empress. In some cultures, the title may be used for any female sovereign, while in others it specifically refers to a female ruler with the same rights as an emperor.

Usage examples

  1. The empress ruled over the vast empire with grace and wisdom.
  2. The empress wore a dazzling gown adorned with jewels and a crown atop her head.
  3. Under the rule of the empress, the country experienced a period of prosperity and cultural flourishing.
  4. The empress hosted a grand banquet at the palace, inviting nobles and dignitaries from all around the world.
  5. As the empress traveled through the city, the people lined the streets to catch a glimpse of her and cheer her name.
  6. The empress appointed skilled advisors to assist her in governing the empire effectively.
  7. The empress issued a decree to improve education and provide equal opportunities for all children in the empire.
  8. Many legends and tales were written about the empress's remarkable beauty and strength.
  9. The empress was known for her compassion and frequently visited the sick and needy in the empire.
  10. During her reign, the empress commissioned magnificent artwork and architecture, leaving a lasting cultural legacy.

Sentences with «empress»

  • A selection of the «Black Paintings,» like The Marriage of Reason and Squalor (1959), is followed here by myriad geometric and chromatic variations of parallel stripes determined by each painting's shaped support, as in Empress of India (1965). (brooklynrail.org)
  • We'll talk about high tea at Fairmont Empress in Victoria and the city's exploding food scene with Neal McLennan, Food Editor at Vancouver Magazine, and Canada's best bartender Grant Sceney stops by with some mixology magic. (petergreenberg.com)
  • Wine tasting courses at available in the Inner Harbour, at The Fairmont Empress Hotel in downtown Victoria, British Columbia. (finevintageltd.com)
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