reign

noun

Exercise of sovereign power, as by a monarch.

noun

The period during which a monarch rules.

noun

Dominance or widespread influence.

intransitive verb

To exercise sovereign power.

intransitive verb

To hold the title of monarch, but with limited authority.

intransitive verb

To be predominant or prevalent.

To possess or exercise sovereign power or authority; govern, as a king or emperor; hold the supreme power; rule.

To prevail; be in force.

To have dominion or ascendancy; predominate.

noun

Royal or imperial authority; sovereignty: supreme power; control; sway.