Dynast

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈdaɪnast/

Origin

From Late Latin dynastēs, from Ancient Greek δυναστής ("lord, ruler"), from δύνασθαι ("to be powerful").

Full definition of dynast

Noun

1. A ruler or governor, especially a hereditary ruler or someone who founded or is part of a dynasty.
• 2011, "Embraceable you", The Economist, 30 Jul 2011:Now the dynasts who rule each country are cementing political ties.

Related terms

• dynastic
• dynasty