Synonyms for

Antiquarian

Verb / ˈæˈnti:ˈaɪˈæn / Another word for antiquarian — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Antiquarian refers to a person who collects or studies old or ancient things, such as books, manuscripts, or artifacts.

Synonyms & similar words

antiquary archaist collector archaeologist historian curator archivist bibliophile connoisseur hoarder preserver custodian keeper bookworm saver museumgoer archeophile

Example sentences

  1. The antiquarian found a rare book in the dusty attic.
  2. My mom is an antiquarian, she loves collecting old coins.
  3. The antiquarian museum displayed ancient artifacts from different civilizations.
  4. I want to become an antiquarian when I grow up.
  5. The antiquarian society organized a conference on ancient pottery.

Quotes

  • 'The antiquarian is the man who loves the past and worships the dead.' - Sarah Orne Jewett
  • 'An antiquarian is a man who looks backward with a tear in his eye, longing for the days when he wore a toga.' - Gilbert K. Chesterton
  • 'The antiquarian is the historian of the little things, the poet of the common-place, the prose-rhymer of the annals of fashion, the novelist of old china.' - Thomas Hood

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