baronial

adjective

ba·​ro·​ni·​al bə-ˈrō-nē-əl How to pronounce baronial (audio)
Synonyms of baronialnext
1
: of or relating to a baron or the baronage
2
: stately, ample
a baronial room

Examples of baronial in a Sentence

a baronial mansion with dozens of spacious, luxurious rooms
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Cameron House is dreamy, in part for its location and breath-taking views and in part for its blend of baronial grandeur and modern luxury. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Apr. 2026 The great chef died in 2018, but his namesake in Vegas lives on, situated in a townhouse within the MGM resort property, decorated like a Parisian baronial atelier in swirling creams and blues, with chandeliers overhead and a hushed refinement all around. Jordan Michelman, Wired News, 13 Mar. 2026 Ornate banisters and molding customary of the baronial style lay the groundwork, while decor additions like an antique globe bar cart with a compass design on its base provide thoughtful nods that only eagle-eyed fans may notice. Alison McDermott, Architectural Digest, 19 Feb. 2026 On the automotive front, that character arc can be represented by the transition from the baronial elegance of the Bentley S2 Continental to the manifestation of rebellion found in the muscle cars from Motor City. Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for baronial

Word History

First Known Use

1726, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of baronial was in 1726

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“Baronial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/baronial. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

baronial

adjective
ba·​ro·​ni·​al bə-ˈrō-nē-əl How to pronounce baronial (audio)
: of, relating to, or suitable for a baron
baronial splendor

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