What is the comparative form of “ancien”?
The comparative form of “ancien” is “more ancient”.Example
The ruins of this temple are more ancient than the ones we visited yesterday.
Example
The history of this city is more ancient than any other in the region.
What is the superlative form of “ancien”?
The superlative form of “ancien” is “most ancient”.Example
This artifact is considered the most ancient in the museum.
Example
The pyramids of Egypt are the most ancient structures in the world.
Why is this expression not used with most, more?
"Most" and "more" are used with "ancient" to form the comparatives and superlatives. Using "ancienter" or "ancientest" would be grammatically incorrect.
Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?
"Ancient" follows the regular pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives: - Comparative form: Ancient → More ancient - Superlative form: Ancient → Most ancient
Expressions with similar meanings to “more ancient”
Used to describe something that has existed or been in use for a longer time.
Example
The older buildings in the town have a unique charm.
Used to describe something that is very old and valuable.
Example
She collects antique furniture from different eras.
Used to describe something that dates back to a time before recorded history.
Example
The cave paintings are a glimpse into prehistoric times.
Expressions with similar meanings to “most ancient”
Used to describe something that has existed or been in use for the longest time.
Example
The tree in our backyard is one of the oldest in the neighborhood.
Used to describe something that is extremely old-fashioned or outdated.
Example
The archaic language used in the text is difficult to understand.
Used to describe something that is ancient and existed at the beginning of time.
Example
According to the creation myth, the universe was born from a primordial chaos.
Using than with comparative “more ancient”
When using the comparative form "more ancient" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The ruins of this temple are more ancient than the ones we visited yesterday." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of ancientness of the ruins is higher than the level of ancientness of the ones visited "yesterday."
How can I use this expression in context?
“more ancient” and “most ancient” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.- 1Archaeology
The newly discovered artifacts are more ancient than any previously known.
The newly discovered artifacts are more ancient than any previously known.
- 2History
This civilization is considered the most ancient in the region.
This civilization is considered the most ancient in the region.
- 3Architecture
The temple's design reflects the ancient architectural style.
The temple's design reflects the ancient architectural style.
- 4Art
The cave paintings are more ancient than any other known artworks.
The cave paintings are more ancient than any other known artworks.
