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Agrippa
uh-GRIH-puh
Agrippa (name) means a Latin family name (cognomen) borne by several notable Romans, including the statesman Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa and Judean kings mentioned in the Bible. Example: “Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa was Emperor Augustus's most trusted general.”
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A Latin family name (cognomen) borne by several notable Romans, including the statesman Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa and Judean kings mentioned in the Bible.
"Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa was Emperor Augustus's most trusted general."
How to use Agrippa
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA Roman name associated with several historical and biblical figures named Agrippa.
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Etymology
From Latin Agrippa, of disputed origin, possibly linked to an Ancient Greek word.
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What does “Agrippa” mean?
The word “Agrippa” means a Latin family name (cognomen) borne by several notable Romans, including the statesman Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa and Judean kings mentioned in the Bible. In plain terms, a Roman name associated with several historical and biblical figures named Agrippa.
How do you pronounce “Agrippa”?
“Agrippa” is pronounced uh-GRIH-puh (/əˈɡɹɪpə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Agrippa” in a sentence?
Here is “Agrippa” used in a sentence: “Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa was Emperor Augustus's most trusted general.”
What part of speech is “Agrippa”?
“Agrippa” is a name.
Where does the word “Agrippa” come from?
The word “Agrippa” comes from Ancient Greek. From Latin Agrippa, of disputed origin, possibly linked to an Ancient Greek word.
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