1. a supreme ruler or emperor, especially in the former Ottoman Empire or Persia
Usage: historical

Examples

• The padishah ruled over vast territories spanning three continents.
• Ottoman sultans were often referred to as padishah by their subjects.
• The Persian padishah held absolute power over his empire.
• Historical documents refer to the ruler as the great padishah.
• The padishah’s palace was a symbol of imperial magnificence.
• Ambassadors from Europe sought audience with the padishah.