What is another word for marchioness?

Pronunciation: [mˈɑːʃənˌɛs] (IPA)

Marchioness is a title that denotes nobility and high social status, and it is often associated with the aristocratic class. There are several synonyms for the word Marchioness, including Lady, Duchess, Countess, Baroness, and Viscountess, all of which are similar in rank and status. A Lady is a title of nobility, while a Duchess is higher in rank than a Countess or Baroness and is often the wife or widow of a Duke. A Viscountess is a female equivalent to a Viscount, a lower-ranking aristocrat. These titles have been used for centuries, and while their meanings have evolved over time, they remain symbols of social status and prestige.

What are the hypernyms for Marchioness?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Marchioness?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for marchioness (as nouns)

    • person
      married woman, wife.

Usage examples for Marchioness

There is a quick flash of jewelled rings ungloved to the light, and the reward is placed in that claw-like grasp by the white hand of the marchioness.
"Hodge and His Masters"
Richard Jefferies
For the graceful duty of presentation a marchioness has been selected, who, with other visitors of high social rank, has come over from that famous hunting mansion.
"Hodge and His Masters"
Richard Jefferies
As the beautiful and delicate young being knelt before him, the King smiled with surprise and pleasure, and raising her, bade her take courage, inquiring her name of the old marchioness.
"The Prime Minister"
W.H.G. Kingston

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