Definition of Monarchy

a type of government in which an area is controlled by a monarch like a queen or king

Examples of Monarchy in a sentence

In a complete monarchy, the royal who runs the country makes all the major decisions for the nation.  🔊

The country stopped being a monarchy after the peasants revolted against the selfish king and queen.  🔊

While the nation is described as a monarchy, it is really a democratic country with a ceremonial figurehead.  🔊

The colonists were greatly upset by the thought of an overseas monarchy attempting to control their lives.  🔊

Because the monarchy is losing the support of the people, the king has decided to share his power with elected officials.  🔊

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