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Augustus

aw-GUHS-tuhs

Augustus (name) means the first Roman emperor, born Gaius Octavius; also a masculine given name derived from his title. Example: “Augustus ruled Rome for over four decades of relative peace.”

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The first Roman emperor, born Gaius Octavius; also a masculine given name derived from his title.
"Augustus ruled Rome for over four decades of relative peace."
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_____ ruled Rome for over four decades of relative peace.

Etymology

From Latin augustus ("majestic, venerable").

Origin: Latin

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Augustus” mean?

The word “Augustus” means the first Roman emperor, born Gaius Octavius; also a masculine given name derived from his title.

How do you pronounce “Augustus”?

“Augustus” is pronounced aw-GUHS-tuhs (/ɔːˈɡʌstəs/ in IPA).

How do you use “Augustus” in a sentence?

Here is “Augustus” used in a sentence: “Augustus ruled Rome for over four decades of relative peace.”

What part of speech is “Augustus”?

“Augustus” is a name.

Where does the word “Augustus” come from?

The word “Augustus” comes from Latin. From Latin augustus ("majestic, venerable").

Is “Augustus” a common word?

“Augustus” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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