khedive Antonyms
Meaning of khedive
khedive (n)
one of the Turkish viceroys who ruled Egypt between 1867 and 1914
khedive (n.)
A governor or viceroy; -- a title granted in 1867 by the sultan of Turkey to the ruler of Egypt.
khedive Sentence Examples
- The khedive was the title given to the ruler of Egypt during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
- Isma'il Pasha was one of the most prominent khedives, known for his ambitious modernization efforts.
- The khedive of Egypt wielded significant power and influence over the country's affairs.
- The construction of the Suez Canal during the reign of the khedive facilitated trade and communication between Europe and Asia.
- Khedive Abbas II was known for his opposition to British influence in Egypt during the early 20th century.
- The khedive's palace in Cairo was a symbol of his authority and wealth.
- Khedive Isma'il's lavish spending on projects such as the Suez Canal and public buildings contributed to Egypt's mounting debt.
- The British government intervened in Egyptian affairs in the late 19th century, effectively reducing the khedive's autonomy.
- The title of khedive was abolished in 1914 following the British protectorate established over Egypt.
- Despite its historical significance, the role of the khedive in Egyptian history is often overshadowed by later developments such as British colonization and independence movements.
FAQs About the word khedive
one of the Turkish viceroys who ruled Egypt between 1867 and 1914A governor or viceroy; -- a title granted in 1867 by the sultan of Turkey to the ruler of Egypt
sovereign, shah, kaiser, prince, khan, ameer, suzerain, Caesar, princess, czar
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The khedive was the title given to the ruler of Egypt during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Isma'il Pasha was one of the most prominent khedives, known for his ambitious modernization efforts.
The khedive of Egypt wielded significant power and influence over the country's affairs.
The construction of the Suez Canal during the reign of the khedive facilitated trade and communication between Europe and Asia.
