What is another word for empress dowager?
Pronunciation: [ˈɛmpɹɛs dˈa͡ʊɪd͡ʒə] (IPA) 
Empress dowager is a term used to describe a widow who has held the title of an empress due to being the mother of a former emperor or the wife of an emperors' father. A synonym for empress dowager could be "queen mother" as it also refers to a monarch's mother who holds a significant position within a royal family. Other synonyms could include "regent queen" or "queen consort" as both terms indicate a woman who has held a position of power. Another alternative is "imperial widow" which refers to the widow of an emperor who has held a position of power. Overall, these synonyms describe women who have held immense power and influence within a royal family.
