Word: Lord

Pronunciation

/lɔːrd/

Definitions

• Noun: A person with power, authority, or influence, typically one who holds a hereditary title or position of nobility. Example: “The lord of the manor presided over the village.”
• Noun (religious): A reverent or respectful form of address for God. Example: “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.”
• Noun (Christianity): Jesus Christ regarded as the ruler of the universe. Example: “Through faith in the Lord, we receive salvation.”
• Noun (Hinduism): A term used to refer to a deity or a highly revered spiritual teacher. Example: “The devotees worshipped the lord of creation.”
• Verb: (archaic or literary) To exercise mastery or dominion over something or someone. Example: “The king lorded over his vast empire.”

Phrases

• “Lord it over someone”: To dominate or control someone in an arrogant or oppressive manner. Example: “He liked to lord it over his subordinates.”
• “My lord”: A formal or archaic way to address a man of high rank or a judge. Example: “Your Honour, my lord, may I present the evidence?”
• “Lords of the Manor”: Refers to the historical landowners with feudal rights and responsibilities.

Example Sentences

• Noun (nobility): “The lord and lady attended the royal ball.”
• Noun (religion): “They sang hymns praising the name of the Lord.”
• Verb: “In medieval times, barons would often lord their power over the local peasantry.”

Synonyms

• Master (in the context of nobility or dominance)
• Ruler
• Superior
• Sovereign
• Deity (in religious contexts)
• Divine (referring to God)
• Sir (in addressing a nobleman or judge)