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princely

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1. princely - Adjective

2. princely - Adverb

4. princely - Adjective Satellite

Meaning

Of or relating to a prince; regal; royal; of highest rank or authority; as, princely birth, character, fortune, etc.

Suitable for, or becoming to, a prince; grand; august; munificent; magnificent; as, princely virtues; a princely fortune.

In a princely manner.

Source: Webster's dictionary

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A princely mind will undo a private family. George Savile, 1st Marquess of Halifax

He is as full of valor as of kindness. Princely in both. William Shakespeare

Rest assured that whatever station of life we are placed, princely or lowly, it contains the lessons and experiences necessary at the moment for our evolution, and gives us the best advantage for the development of ourselves. Edward Bach

Wouldst have the princely spirit bowed? Whisper only, speak not loud, Mark and leave him in the crowd.Thou need'st not spies nor jailers have; The free will serve thee like the slave, Coward shrinking from the brave. Margaret Fuller

He's the truest friend I've ever had. What's more, he's an exquisite man, full of kindness and sophistication, the most aristocratic aristocrat one can meet. To those who can't understand how I, a non-communist, could be friends with Zhou Enlai, I say: "But he's a prince more princely than I am!" Norodom Sihanouk

A princely mind will undo a private family. Danish Proverb

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