verb
- past tense of reign; ruled as a monarch or sovereign
- past tense of reign; was predominant or widespread
Usage: figurative use
Examples
- Queen Victoria reigned for over 60 years.
- The king reigned during a time of great prosperity.
- Chaos reigned in the streets after the announcement.
- Silence reigned in the courtroom as the verdict was read.
- She reigned as champion for three consecutive years.
- Peace reigned throughout the kingdom.
- Confusion reigned among the students during the fire drill.