sceptre meaning

sceptre as a noun

1. the imperial authority symbolized by a scepter

   Synonyms: scepter

   Type of: reign

2. a ceremonial or emblematic staff

   Synonyms: scepter, verge, wand

   Type of: staff

   Kinds: bauble

sceptre in a sentence

• The fool capered about the room, pointing his sceptre at various nobles.

How to pronounce sceptre

sceptre is pronounced /ˈsɛptɚ/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Words that rhyme with sceptre

• interceptor
• receptor