1. existing in name or title only, without real power or authority
2. relating to or bearing a title

Examples

• The queen is the titular head of state but has no real political power.
• He was the titular leader of the organization, while others made the actual decisions.
• The titular character in the novel appears in every chapter.
• She held a titular position on the board with no voting rights.
• The titular bishop had ceremonial duties but no administrative responsibilities.
• The company’s titular president was actually retired and rarely involved.
• The titular role in the play requires extensive stage time.