sheikhly
- adjective
- His leadership style was very sheikhly, marked by confidence and a commanding presence.
Examples
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It contributes to the maintenance of the hereditary sheikhly system of authority.
Academic text (2000) -
Unique to the Jebel al-Akhdar has been the participation of sheikhly families from the desert interior in economic change.
Academic text (1992) -
The extravagant decorations in the palace had a sheikhly flair that reflected the region's rich culture.
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She wore a sheikhly robe adorned with intricate patterns, showcasing her heritage at the festival.
Synonyms
Polite and elegant like people at a royal court
Having the style, power, or position of a king
Having the calm, proud manner and look of a queen
A person or building with a grand, dignified look that impresses people
Relating to a ruler in some Muslim countries, for example the Ottoman Empire
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Sheikhly comes from sheikh, an Arabic word meaning 'leader' or 'elder'. It brings to mind the rich, grand style or way of a sheikh. That's why sheikhly describes something that looks or acts like a sheikh, and you can think of 'chief' as a similar idea.