Diadem
/ˈdaɪ.əd.ɛm/noun
A jeweled crown or headband worn as a symbol of sovereignty.
Did you know?The term 'diadem' comes from the Greek word for 'band' or 'tie', originally used to signify the divine authority of kings, linking them to the heavens.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
διάδημα
“A headband or royal crown, symbolizing sovereignty.”
Late Latin
Latin
diadema
“A crown or royal headband, used in the context of imperial authority.”
Old French
Old French
diademe
“A jeweled crown, typically associated with monarchs.”
Middle English
Middle English
diademe
“A crown, often indicating nobility or royal status.”
Modern English
English
diadem
“A symbolic crown representing authority and sovereignty.”