Synonyms for

Medieval

Verb / mɪˈdi:vʌl / / mi:ˈdi:vʌl / / mɪˈdji:vʌl / Another word for medieval — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to the Middle Ages; characteristic of the Middle Ages

Synonyms & similar words

knightly gothic chivalric mediaeval ancient antiquated archaic bygone dated historic old-fashioned outdated outmoded past prehistoric primitive primordial quaint retro vintage antique feudal Gothic Renaissance

Synonyms by register

Formal

feudal archaic obsolete antediluvian

Informal

old-fashioned outdated behind the times

Literary

gothic chivalric

Antonyms

modern contemporary current present-day new recent futuristic

Common collocations

  • medieval times
  • medieval period
  • medieval history
  • medieval society
  • medieval warfare
  • medieval castle
  • medieval literature
  • medieval manuscript

Word family

noun Middle Ages
adjective medieval

Usage note

Refers to the period in European history from the 5th to the 15th century. Can also be used figuratively to describe something old-fashioned or primitive.

Example sentences

  1. The knights and damsels were characters from a medieval tale.
  2. The medieval times were a period of great change and discovery.
  3. Castles and fortresses were common in medieval Europe.
  4. The medieval architecture is famous for its grandeur.
  5. The medieval art was heavily influenced by religion.

Quotes

  • The medieval mind was not given to abstraction.
  • The medieval university looked backwards; it professed to be a storehouse of old knowledge.
  • The medieval Church believed that the resurrection of Christ marked a new time for all of humanity.

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