noun a Latin phrase meaning 'before the war', typically used to refer to the period before the American Civil War
Found in literature discussing the pre-Civil War era, often used to set the historical context
Used to refer to the time period before a war, particularly the American Civil War
Used in art history to describe artwork created before a significant war, such as the Civil War
Used to describe a style of architecture popular in the Southern United States before the Civil War
In historical fiction, a writer may use the term 'ante bellum' to describe the period before a war, such as the Antebellum South before the American Civil War.
A psychologist may refer to 'ante bellum' in discussing the psychological impact of living in a society on the brink of war, such as the anxiety and fear experienced by individuals during this time.
Historians use 'ante bellum' to specify the period before a particular war or conflict, providing context for events leading up to the war.
Political scientists may use 'ante bellum' to analyze the political climate and tensions preceding a war, examining the factors that contributed to the outbreak of conflict.