Cryptic crossword clue
Illustrious monarch coming in to give power to five at the top 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word VENERABLE

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does VENERABLE mean?

VENERABLE adjective
  1. Commanding respect because of age, dignity, character or position.
  2. Worthy of reverence.
  3. Ancient, antiquated or archaic.
  4. Made sacred especially by religious or historical association.
  5. Giving an impression of aged goodness and benevolence.

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