Athenian
2 synonyms for Athenian, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person from Athens, Greece.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
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Rare, literary or technical
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related to Athens
How to use Athenian
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Athenian democracy
Athenian empire
ancient Athenians
Etymology
Built from the name Athens plus the adjective ending "-ian," following the same pattern as words like "Parisian" or "Venetian."
Full origin of Athenian →Frequently asked questions
What does “Athenian” mean?
The word “Athenian” means a person from Athens, Greece. In plain terms, relating to Athens or someone who comes from there, most often used when talking about ancient Greek history and philosophy.
How do you pronounce “Athenian”?
“Athenian” is pronounced uh-THEE-nee-uhn (/əˈθiː.ni.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Athenian” in a sentence?
Here is “Athenian” used in a sentence: “The ancient Athenians developed one of the earliest forms of democracy.”
What is another word for “Athenian”?
Words with a similar meaning to “Athenian” include Of and related to Athens.
What part of speech is “Athenian”?
Depending on how it is used, “Athenian” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “Athenian” have?
“Athenian” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person from Athens, Greece.
