Semitic Languages

noun a Semitic language that was spoken in ancient times in the Middle East and is still used in some regions today

adjective relating to or characteristic of the Aramaic language or people

• The ancient language of Aramaic is still studied by scholars today.
• I heard that Aramaic was the language spoken by Jesus.
• I have no idea what that Aramaic stuff is all about.
• Learning Aramaic feels like unlocking a hidden treasure of history.

noun a native or inhabitant of Akkad in Mesopotamia

adjective relating to the ancient empire of Akkad in Mesopotamia or its people

• The Accadian civilization was one of the earliest in Mesopotamia.
• I read about the Accadian empire in my history class.
• Do you know anything about the Accadian people?
• The Accadian culture laid the foundation for many future civilizations.