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Meaning of crown
The primary meaning of the word "crown" is a circular band or ornament worn on the head, especially as a symbol of royal or imperial power.
Etymology of crown
The word "crown" comes from the Old French word "corone", which is derived from the Latin word "corona", meaning "garland" or "wreath"
The Latin word "corona" is also related to the Greek word "koronē", meaning "curved" or "bent"
The word "crown" has been used in English since the 12th century to refer to a circular band or ornament worn on the head, and has since developed a range of related meanings and uses
Synonyms
diadem
wreath
tiara
garland
laurel
helmet
headdress
cap
coronet
circlet
headpiece
band
fillet
headband
ribbon
chaplet
cincture
girdle
belt
garb
attire
regalia
insignia
emblem
badge
symbol
trophy
prize
award
honor
distinction
title
dignity
prestige
glory
splendor
majesty
sovereignty
dominion
kingdom
empire
realm
domain
territory
jurisdiction
authority
power
rule
reign
supremacy
preeminence
Definitions
- A circular band or ornament worn on the head, especially as a symbol of royal or imperial power
- The top or highest part of something, especially the head or a building
- A reward or achievement, especially one that is considered the highest or most prestigious
- To place a crown on someone's head, especially as a symbol of royal or imperial power
- To complete or finish something, especially in a successful or impressive way
Usage Examples
- The queen wore a crown to the coronation ceremony
- The crown of the mountain was covered in snow
- She was awarded the crown for her outstanding achievement
- The company crowned its 50th anniversary with a grand celebration
- The architect designed a building with a crown-like structure on top
Antonyms
base
bottom
foot
foundation
lowest
inferior
secondary
subordinate
subject
vassal
servant
slave
humble
lowly
modest
unassuming
unpretentious
ordinary
common
mundane
plebeian
proletarian
ignoble
inglorious
dishonorable
shameful
disgraceful
ignominious