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Troy

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

Definition

Troy is a city in ancient Turkey that was destroyed in a famous war.

Synonyms & similar words

ilion troyweight ilium troy Ilium Ilion Troia Troie Truva Troad Troi Troya Truja Truia Wilion Wilusa Wilusha Hissarlik Tevfikiye Tebenki

Synonyms by register

Formal

classical mythological ancient

Literary

Homeric epic

Antonyms

plain common ordinary standard unadorned simple

Common collocations

  • Troy weight
  • fall of Troy
  • siege of Troy
  • wooden horse of Troy
  • ancient Troy
  • legendary Troy

Word family

noun Troy

Usage note

Troy primarily refers to the ancient city of Troy from Greek mythology and literature. It is not commonly used as a general term for anything else.

Example sentences

  1. The ruins of Troy can still be seen in Turkey today.
  2. The Trojan horse is a famous story from the war in Troy.
  3. The people of Troy were known for their bravery in battle.
  4. Helen of Troy was said to be the most beautiful woman in the world.
  5. The city of Troy was once a powerful kingdom.

Quotes

  • "Beware of Greeks bearing gifts." - Virgil, The Aeneid
  • "All warfare is based on deception." - Sun Tzu, The Art of War
  • "There is no instance of a nation benefitting from prolonged warfare." - Sun Tzu, The Art of War

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