meestelijk
Meestelijk is a Dutch adjective meaning majestic, regal, or princely. It describes qualities, appearances, or contexts that are noble, grand, or stately. In contemporary usage the term is relatively uncommon and often carries an elevated, sometimes archaic or literary tone. It can appear in historical or poetic prose to evoke grandeur, or in translation of classical or religious texts where a grand or ceremonial quality is emphasized.
Etymology and usage context: Meestelijk derives from meest, the superlative form of veel (most), combined with
Modern usage and nuance: Because of its ceremonial tone, mosteijklijk or meestelijke phrasing is typically found
See also: Majesteit, Majestueus, Koninklijk, Koninkrijk, Dutch heraldry, Dutch literature.