gladiator
1 synonym for gladiator, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — In ancient Rome, a fighter — often a slave or captive — who fought other men or animals for public entertainment.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
prizefighter
How to use gladiator
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
gladiator arena
modern-day gladiator
Etymology
From Latin gladiator, from gladius ("sword").
Full origin of gladiator →Frequently asked questions
What does “gladiator” mean?
The word “gladiator” means in ancient Rome, a fighter — often a slave or captive — who fought other men or animals for public entertainment. In plain terms, originally a Roman arena fighter; now also used figuratively for a fierce competitor or debater.
How do you pronounce “gladiator”?
“Gladiator” is pronounced GLA-dee-ay-tuh (/ˈɡlædiˌeɪ̯təː/ in IPA).
How do you use “gladiator” in a sentence?
Here is “gladiator” used in a sentence: “The gladiator entered the arena to the roar of the crowd.”
What part of speech is “gladiator”?
“Gladiator” is a noun.
Where does the word “gladiator” come from?
The word “gladiator” comes from Latin. From Latin gladiator, from gladius ("sword").
Is “gladiator” a common word?
“Gladiator” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “gladiator” have?
“Gladiator” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in ancient Rome, a fighter — often a slave or captive — who fought other men or animals for public entertainment.
