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dynastie

dynasty

noun dee-nahs-TEE Rare
People & Society Government

Origin: Greek dynasteia (power, rule)

Usage Note

Dynastie refers to a succession of rulers from the same family (la dynastie des Bourbon) but also extends to any dominant family or group over time (une dynastie d'acteurs). The adjective is dynastique. In French history, the term is especially associated with royal houses like the Capétiens and Valois.

Examples

"La dynastie a régné pendant deux siècles."

Natural Translation

The dynasty reigned for two centuries.

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