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Word

maharaj

Phoneticsma·haraj

Definition

n. a title used in India for a high-ranking person, like a king or a religious leader. It is an older word that people use to show respect.

n. a title of honor used in India for a high-ranking person, such as a king, a prince, or a spiritual leader. Often used in historical or formal contexts.

Examples

“The maharaj greeted the visiting dignitaries with great respect.”

“During the colonial era, the maharaj of the region maintained a complex relationship with the British administration.”

“The historical accounts describe the maharaj as a ruler who governed with a blend of traditional wisdom and modern administrative reforms, earning the loyalty of his subjects.”

Examples

simple

“The maharaj greeted the visiting dignitaries with great respect.”

contextual

“During the colonial era, the maharaj of the region maintained a complex relationship with the British administration.”

complex

“The historical accounts describe the maharaj as a ruler who governed with a blend of traditional wisdom and modern administrative reforms, earning the loyalty of his subjects.”

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Level
C2 · Proficiency
Frequency
Occasional
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