Pronunciation: /ˈhɪˌtaɪt/
noun a member of an ancient people who established a powerful empire in Asia Minor and Syria
A1 The Hittite empire was located in modern-day Turkey.
A2 The Hittites were known for their advanced chariot technology.
B1 Archaeologists have discovered many artifacts from the Hittite civilization.
B2 The Hittite language is considered a linguistic isolate.
C1 Scholars continue to debate the origins of the Hittite people.
C2 The Hittite kingdom reached its peak during the Late Bronze Age.
adjective relating to the Hittites or their language or culture
A1 The Hittite artifacts were displayed in the museum.
A2 The Hittite language is considered an extinct language.
B1 The Hittite civilization flourished in Anatolia during the Bronze Age.
B2 The Hittite empire was a major power in the ancient Near East.
C1 The Hittite military tactics were advanced for their time.
C2 The Hittite laws were known for their complexity and sophistication.
formal The Hittite civilization flourished in Anatolia during the Bronze Age.
informal I read about the ancient Hittite empire in my history class.
slang That movie was so old, it felt like something from the Hittite era.
figurative His knowledge of ancient history is like a Hittite treasure trove.
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