antiquity

[ænˈtɪkwəti]

antiquity Definition

  • 1the ancient past, especially the period before the Middle Ages
  • 2the quality of being ancient or old-fashioned

Using antiquity: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "antiquity" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The statue dates back to antiquity.

  • Example

    The philosopher's ideas were influential in antiquity.

  • Example

    The museum has a collection of artifacts from antiquity.

antiquity Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for antiquity

  • ancient times
  • classical period
  • olden days

Antonyms for antiquity

Phrases with antiquity

  • in ancient times

    Example

    In antiquity, people believed that the earth was flat.

  • the idea that the soul is eternal and existed before birth

    Example

    Plato believed in the antiquity of the soul.

  • a person who buys and sells antiques

    Example

    He made a living as an antiquity dealer.

Origins of antiquity

from Latin 'antiquitas', meaning 'ancient times'

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Summary: antiquity in Brief

'Antiquity' [ænˈtɪkwəti] refers to the ancient past, especially the period before the Middle Ages. It can also denote the quality of being ancient or old-fashioned. Examples include 'The statue dates back to antiquity,' and 'The museum has a collection of artifacts from antiquity.' The phrase 'in antiquity' means 'in ancient times.'

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