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Ancients

Verb / ˈeɪntʃʌnts / / ˈeɪnʃʌnts / Another word for ancients — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The people and civilizations of the past considered as an academic subject or field of study.

Synonyms & similar words

ancient antediluvian antiquity past yore antecedents forefathers forebears ancestors forefathers forbears primordial primitive prehistoric archaic obsolete outdated old-fashioned

Example sentences

  1. The ancients believed in many gods and goddesses.
  2. Studying the ancients can help us understand our world today.
  3. The museum exhibit showcases the art of the ancients.
  4. We can learn a lot about the ancients by studying their writings.
  5. The ancients built impressive structures that still stand today.

Quotes

  • Study the past if you would define the future. - Confucius
  • The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing. - Socrates
  • We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children. - Native American Proverb

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