régnent

Régnent is a French verb meaning "they reign" or "they rule." It is the third-person plural present indicative form of the verb régner. This verb describes the act of exercising sovereign power, typically by a monarch or a ruling body. The concept of reigning implies authority, control, and often legitimacy over a territory or population. Historically, régnent has been associated with the power of kings, queens, emperors, and other heads of state. It can also be used metaphorically to describe situations where one entity or force has dominance over others, such as "ideas that régnent" or "emotions that régnent." The present indicative tense suggests an ongoing or current state of rule. In literature and historical texts, the verb régnent is frequently encountered when discussing dynasties, periods of governance, or the exercise of political power. Its usage emphasizes the active and continuous nature of sovereignty.