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dynasty
[dahy-nuh-stee, din-uh-stee]
noun
plural
dynastiesa sequence of rulers from the same family, stock, or group.
the Ming dynasty.
the rule of such a sequence.
a series of members of a family who are distinguished for their success, wealth, etc.
dynasty
/ dɪˈnæstɪk, ˈdɪnəstɪ /
noun
a sequence of hereditary rulers
an Egyptian dynasty
any sequence of powerful leaders of the same family
the Kennedy dynasty
Other Word Forms
- dynastic adjective
- dynastical adjective
- antidynasty adjective
- ˈԲپ adverb
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of dynasty1
Example Sentences
Their 1996 Premiership win came at the end of a dynasty era and fans will hope finally ending the long wait for another title will kick-start another long period of success.
There are two things that can help make a sport popular: dynasties and rivalries.
But the midterm election, dominated by a spectacular feud between the Duterte and Marcos dynasties, has also thrown up some unexpected results.
Now there is a sense Yamal could lead the latest batch of young stars into a new dynasty.
Palisades’ latest dynasty started in 2009 with a nearly identical 26.5-3 victory over Granada Hills, which has yet to win a City boys’ title.
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