reign
//reɪn//
Noun
reignSingular
reignsPlural
1
The period during which a sovereign rules a kingdom or empire.
The reign of Queen Victoria lasted for over sixty years.
2
Royal authority or power; sovereignty.
The king's reign extended over the entire kingdom.
3
A period of dominance or widespread influence by someone or something.
The reign of social media has changed how we communicate.
Synonym
Verb
reignInfinitive
reignPresent tense
reignedPast tense
reignedPast participle
reigningPresent participle
reignsThird-person singular
1
To hold royal office; to rule as a king, queen, or other monarch.
Queen Elizabeth II reigned for over 70 years.
2
To be predominant or prevalent; to prevail.
Silence reigned in the empty hall.
3
To be the best or most important in a particular area or domain.
Jazz music reigned in the city's nightlife scene.