Achaian

Pronunciation: /əˈkeɪən/

Definitions of achaian

adjective relating to the ancient Greek people known as the Achaeans

Example Sentences

A1 The Achaian warriors fought bravely in the battle.

A2 The Achaian culture is known for its rich history and traditions.

B1 Homer's epic poems provide insight into Achaian society.

B2 The Achaian civilization was one of the most advanced of its time.

C1 Scholars have long debated the influence of Achaian art on later cultures.

C2 The Achaian language has left a lasting impact on modern Greek.

Examples of achaian in a Sentence

formal The Achaian civilization flourished during the Bronze Age.

informal I heard that Achaian pottery is highly sought after by collectors.

slang Have you seen the new exhibit on Achaian artifacts? It's lit!

figurative The Achaian spirit of resilience lives on in their descendants.

Grammatical Forms of achaian

• past tense: achieved
• plural: achaian
• comparative: more achaian
• superlative: most achaian
• present tense: achaians
• future tense: will achaian
• perfect tense: have achaian
• continuous tense: is achaianing
• singular: achaian
• positive degree: achaian
• infinitive: to achaian
• gerund: achaianing
• participle: achaianed

Origin and Evolution of achaian

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'achaian' originated from the Greek word 'Achaioi', which referred to the inhabitants of the region of Achaea in ancient Greece.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'Achaian' came to be used in English literature to refer to the ancient Greeks, particularly in the context of the Trojan War and Homer's 'Iliad'. It has since evolved to be used more broadly to describe anything related to ancient Greek culture or history.