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Aryan

Verb / ˈɑ:ri:ʌn / Another word for aryan — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Aryan refers to a group of people who speak Indo-European languages and have European and Asian ancestry. It is also used to describe a person who is a member of this group.

Synonyms & similar words

indoeuropean indoaryan aryan Indo-European Indo-Iranian Indo-Aryan Caucasian white European Asian Iranian Sanskritic Hindu

Synonyms by register

Formal

Indo-Iranian Indo-European

Antonyms

non-Aryan non-European foreigner outsider immigrant alien

Common collocations

  • pure Aryan
  • true Aryan
  • Aryan race
  • Aryan peoples
  • Aryan descent
  • Aryan blood
  • Aryan superiority

Word family

noun Aryan
adjective Aryan

Usage note

The term 'Aryan' has been historically misused and is associated with racist ideologies, particularly Nazism. Its original linguistic meaning refers to Indo-Iranian peoples.

Example sentences

  1. The Aryan people were known for their warrior culture.
  2. Some people believe that the Aryan race is superior to others, but this is not true.
  3. The Aryan language family includes English, Hindi, and Persian.
  4. The Nazi party in Germany believed in the supremacy of the Aryan race.
  5. The ancient Aryans were skilled at horseback riding and archery.

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