noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
reign over a country; rule as monarch
Used for a monarch's rule over a nation. Often appears in historical or formal contexts.
女王は60年以上にわたって国に君臨した。
The queen reigned over the country for more than 60 years.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
Figurative extension: a person or group exercises overwhelming influence or control over a field, organization, or market.
彼は長年、業界に君臨してきた。
He has dominated the industry for many years.
そのチームはリーグに君臨し続けている。
That team continues to reign supreme in the league.