Word
raja
Phoneticsra·ja
UK/ɹˈɑːdʒɐ/
Definition
n. a king or prince in India. It is a title used for a male ruler or a powerful leader in South Asia.
n. a title for a monarch, prince, or ruler in South Asia, particularly in India. Often used historically to refer to local chieftains or kings.
Examples
“The raja ruled over a large kingdom in northern India.”
“Historical documents describe how the local raja welcomed foreign traders to his court to discuss new spice routes.”
“The architecture of the palace reflects the immense wealth and cultural influence held by the raja during the height of the princely states.”
Examples
simple
“The raja ruled over a large kingdom in northern India.”
contextual
“Historical documents describe how the local raja welcomed foreign traders to his court to discuss new spice routes.”
complex
“The architecture of the palace reflects the immense wealth and cultural influence held by the raja during the height of the princely states.”
Usage
Often capitalized when used as a specific title before a name.
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