archont Definition
- 1a ruler or magistrate in ancient Athens
- 2one of the nine chief magistrates in ancient Etruscan and Roman republics
Using archont: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "archont" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The archontes were elected annually in Athens.
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The archontes were responsible for administering justice in ancient Athens.
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In ancient Rome, the archontes were responsible for maintaining public order.
Phrases with archont
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The archon basileus was responsible for religious affairs in ancient Athens.
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The archon eponymous was responsible for the administration of justice in ancient Athens.
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The archon polemarch was responsible for leading the Athenian army in times of war.
Origins of archont
from Greek 'arkhลn', meaning 'ruler'
Summary: archont in Brief
'Archont' [ahr-kont] refers to a ruler or magistrate in ancient Athens, or one of the nine chief magistrates in ancient Etruscan and Roman republics. In Athens, the archontes were responsible for administering justice and religious affairs, while in Rome they maintained public order. Phrases like 'archon basileus' and 'archon polemarch' denote specific types of archons with particular responsibilities.
