Sumerian
(adjective)
- Of or relating to the Sumerian civilization or its people.
- Of or relating to the Sumerian language or its script.
Origin:
Derived from the ancient civilization of sumer, which was located in southern mesopotamia (modern-day southern iraq) from around the 4th millennium bce.
Examples:
- The Sumerian people are known for their early innovations in agriculture, metalworking, and writing.
- The archaeologist studied the Sumerian tablet for its historical significance.
- The Sumerian artifacts in the museum are evidence of their advanced civilization.
- The Sumerian cuneiform script was used for religious and administrative purposes.
- The Sumerian mythology features a pantheon of gods and goddesses who control the forces of nature.