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an·tiq·ui·ty
 antiquity
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- pronunciation:
- aen
tI
kwih
ti
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
| part of speech: |
noun |
| inflections: |
antiquities |
| definition 1: |
ancient times, esp. prior to the Middle Ages.
The roots of this philosophy lie in antiquity.He is one of the most famous rulers in antiquity.- similar words:
- yore
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| definition 2: |
the people thereof.
These agricultural methods were unknown to antiquity.- synonyms:
- ancients
- similar words:
- antediluvians, patriarchs
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| definition 3: |
the quality of ancientness.
The antiquity of these Greek statues is what fascinates me.- synonyms:
- ancientness, oldness
- similar words:
- age, agedness
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| definition 4: |
(usu. pl.) objects or customs belonging to ancient times.
This wing of the museum is dedicated to antiquities.- synonyms:
- relics, remains
- similar words:
- antiques, artifacts
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| related words: |
antique, classic |
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