Grandee (Noun)
Meaning
A nobleman of highest rank in Spain or Portugal.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The Spanish grandee, dressed in formal attire, attended the royal ball with pomp and circumstance.
- As a grandee, he held significant power and influence in the Portuguese court during the 17th century.
- The grandee, accompanied by his entourage, entered the grand dining hall for the state dinner.
- In recognition of his exceptional service to the crown, the king elevated him to the rank of grandee.
- The title of grandee was reserved for members of the noble families who had produced distinguished leaders in Spain and Portugal.