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baronial

adjective ba·ro·ni·al \bə-ˈrō-nē-əl\

: of or relating to a baron : suitable for a baron

Full Definition of BARONIAL

1

: of or relating to a baron or the baronage

2

: stately, ample <a baronial room>

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First Known Use of BARONIAL

1767

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Synonyms: august, grand, epic, gallant, glorious, grandiose, heroic (also heroical), Homeric, imperial, imposing, magnific, magnificent, majestic, massive, monumental, noble, proud, regal, royal, splendid, stately

Antonyms: humble, unheroic, unimposing, unimpressive

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baronial

adjective ba·ro·ni·al \bə-ˈrō-nē-əl\

Definition of BARONIAL for Kids

: of, relating to, or suitable for a baron

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