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Antiquity

Definition

(formal, historical) The state of being ancient; a very old period in history, especially one that is studied by archaeologists and historians. Often used to evoke a sense of reverence, curiosity, or nostalgia for the past.

Example Sentences

1The discovery of the ancient city shed new light on the antiquity of human civilization in the region.
2Is it possible to truly understand the culture of antiquity without immersing oneself in the language, art, and literature of the time?
3The museum's collection of artifacts from antiquity included a remarkably well-preserved Roman mosaic.
4Scholars have long debated the significance of the oral traditions that were passed down through generations in antiquity.
5There is a profound sense of continuity between the philosophical debates of antiquity and the intellectual concerns of the modern era.

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