agonothete

[ˌæɡəˈnɒθiːt]

agonothete Definition

a presiding official at ancient Greek games.

Using agonothete: Examples

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  • Example

    The agonothetes were responsible for the organization and management of the Olympic games.

  • Example

    The role of the agonothete was highly respected in ancient Greece.

Origins of agonothete

from Greek 'agonothetēs', from 'agōn' (contest) + 'thetēs' (one who places)

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Summary: agonothete in Brief

'Agonothete' [ˌæɡəˈnɒθiːt] is a noun that refers to a presiding official at ancient Greek games. The agonothete was responsible for the organization and management of the games, and their role was highly respected in ancient Greece.