princeful en · ADJ
Etymology
From prince + -ful. Compare lordful.
Meanings
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Embodying the qualities of a prince; princely
The time long gone when we believed our Prince Charming would come / The princeful fantasy turning out to be a real toad of a tale [...]
2015, Meryl Ann Olson, Heartscapes:Lastly the Briton and American "twin brothers" are to be the main pillars of the League and custodes pacis, taking the princeful part in the measures required for the prevention of wars.
1919, Ethics, volume 29, page 246:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| more princeful | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic | |
| most princeful | Degree=Sup | lexicographic |