Gladiatorial
(adjective)
Relating to or resembling the contests of gladiators in ancient Rome.
Origin:
From the latin word "gladiator" meaning a swordsman or professional fighter in ancient rome.
Examples:
- The gladiatorial games were a form of entertainment in ancient Rome.
- The movie depicted the gladiatorial contests in great detail.
- The gladiatorial combat was brutal and often deadly.
- The gladiatorial training was intense and grueling.
- He had a gladiatorial attitude, always looking for a fight.