Sultan (Noun)
Meaning
The ruler of a Muslim country (especially of the former Ottoman Empire).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The sultan of Oman was known for his wise and just rule, beloved by his people for generations.
- In the 16th century, the Ottoman sultan Suleiman the Magnificent expanded the empire's borders through a series of military conquests.
- The sultan of Brunei is one of the wealthiest men in the world, thanks to his country's vast oil reserves.
- During the height of the Ottoman Empire, the sultan held absolute power and was considered the caliph of all Muslims.
- The sultan of Morocco is a direct descendant of the Prophet Muhammad and is revered by his people for his spiritual authority.