Synonyms for viceroy


Grammar : Noun
Spell : vahys-roi
Phonetic Transcription : ˈvaɪs rɔɪ


Définition of viceroy

Origin :
  • person ruling as representative of a sovereign, 1520s, from Middle French vice-roy, from Old French vice- "deputy" (see vice-) + roi "king," from Latin regem (nominative rex); see rex. The species of American butterfly so called from 1881.
  • noun ruler
Example sentences :
  • The Viceroy was stealthily reaching for the sun-tube dangling from his belt.
  • Extract from : « Slaves of Mercury » by Nat Schachner
  • "I don't know," the Viceroy said shortly, working the gag out of his mouth.
  • Extract from : « Slaves of Mercury » by Nat Schachner
  • "It is too late for bargains now," the Viceroy shrugged indifferently.
  • Extract from : « Slaves of Mercury » by Nat Schachner
  • For all his bulk, the Viceroy wheeled on his flank, raised his weapon.
  • Extract from : « Slaves of Mercury » by Nat Schachner
  • The Viceroy turned suddenly, stared at them, fingering his tube.
  • Extract from : « Slaves of Mercury » by Nat Schachner
  • The Viceroy, constrained to enlarge him, allotted the town for his place of confinement.
  • Extract from : « The History of Louisiana » by Le Page Du Pratz
  • If you become my deputy and viceroy for all your nation, you shall rule as you will.
  • Extract from : « Astounding Stories of Super-Science, August 1930 » by Various
  • The Viceroy's arm was long, but they could have found a haven where they could have been together.
  • Extract from : « Sir Henry Morgan, Buccaneer » by Cyrus Townsend Brady
  • Knowing his daughter's love, the Viceroy had also trusted him.
  • Extract from : « Sir Henry Morgan, Buccaneer » by Cyrus Townsend Brady
  • "Your Excellency," continued the old man, turning to the Viceroy.
  • Extract from : « Sir Henry Morgan, Buccaneer » by Cyrus Townsend Brady

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