Athenian ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Athenian ( adjective )

Of or relating to Athens, Greece or its people or culture.

Origin:

From ancient greek ἀθηναῖος (athēnaîos), from ἀθήνη (athḗnē) + -αῖος (-aîos) suffix meaning 'related to, from a place or person'.

Examples:

  1. The Athenian Acropolis is a famous historical site.
  2. Athenian democracy was a major influence on Western political systems.
  3. The Parthenon is an Athenian temple.
  4. The Athenian navy was one of the most powerful in the ancient world.
  5. Athenian literature is known for its philosophical and dramatic works.

(As a noun)

Athenian ( noun )

Of or relating to Athens, Greece or its people or culture.

Origin:

From ancient greek ἀθηναῖος (athēnaîos), from ἀθήνη (athḗnē) + -αῖος (-aîos) suffix meaning 'related to, from a place or person'.

Examples:

  1. The Athenian Acropolis is a famous historical site.
  2. Athenian democracy was a major influence on Western political systems.
  3. The Parthenon is an Athenian temple.
  4. The Athenian navy was one of the most powerful in the ancient world.
  5. Athenian literature is known for its philosophical and dramatic works.
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