noun
- plural of maharaja; Indian princes or kings who ruled princely states
Usage: historical
Examples
- The maharajas lived in magnificent palaces throughout India.
- Many maharajas lost their power when India gained independence.
- The museum displays jewels that once belonged to wealthy maharajas.
- Several maharajas were known for their extravagant lifestyles.
- The British worked with local maharajas to govern colonial India.
- Some maharajas became politicians after independence.