1. existing in title or name only; nominal
Usage: formal

1. a person who holds a title, especially without real authority
Usage: formal
2. a collection of titles or inscriptions
Usage: historical; academic

Examples

• The king remained as a titulary head of state with no real power.
• She was appointed as the titulary director while the real decisions were made elsewhere.
• The museum displayed an ancient titulary from Egyptian monuments.
• He served as a titulary member of the board without voting rights.
• The titulary of the pharaoh included five different royal names.
• The position was purely titulary, carrying prestige but no responsibilities.