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Palace

UK /["/ˈpæləs/"]/US /["/ˈpæləs/"]/

Definition

the official home of a king, queen, president, etc.

In simple words: A large, impressive building where royalty lives.

Examples

  • The king and queen live in a magnificent palace.
  • Tourists flock to see the famous palace every year.
  • The palace was built in the 18th century and is a popular tourist attraction.
  • Inside the palace, there are beautiful gardens and art galleries.
  • The palace serves as a symbol of the nation's history and culture.

Usage notes

Used often when talking about royal residences or important historical buildings. Generally not appropriate for everyday homes or non-royal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of ‘palace’ as a ‘place’ for a ‘pal’ who is a king or queen.

Collocations

  • ancient
  • 14th-century
  • etc.
  • build
  • live in
  • stand
  • complex
  • compound
  • courtyard
  • at a/​the palace
  • in a/​the palace
  • ancient
  • 14th-century
  • etc.
  • build
  • live in
  • stand
  • complex
  • compound
  • courtyard
  • at a/​the palace
  • in a/​the palace
  • ancient
  • 14th-century
  • etc.
  • build
  • live in
  • stand
  • complex
  • compound
  • courtyard
  • at a/​the palace
  • in a/​the palace

Synonyms

  • castle
  • manor
  • chateau
  • fortress
  • residence

Antonyms

  • barracks
  • hovel
  • shack

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'mansion' — a palace is usually more grand.
  • Used inappropriately for small buildings.
  • Mistakenly using the plural 'palaces' as a synonym for 'mansions'.