Capetian (Noun)
Meaning
A member of the Capetian dynasty.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The Capetian king Philip II Augustus ruled France from 1180 to 1223 and was known for his military conquests and administrative reforms.
- Hugh Capet, the founder of the Capetian dynasty, was crowned King of France in 987 and established a new royal line that would last for centuries.
- The Capetian monarchs were known for their strong centralized government and their ability to consolidate power in the hands of the crown.
- Philip IV of France, a Capetian king, clashed with the papacy over issues of taxation and authority, leading to a major crisis in the medieval church.
- The Capetian dynasty produced a number of notable rulers, including Louis IX, who was canonized as a saint and became a model for future French monarchs.