Publius Cornelius Tacitus
Definition
Proper noun A Roman historian and senator, widely regarded as one of the greatest historians of the Roman Empire. He is known for his concise and penetrating analyses of power, politics, and morality.
Examples of Usage
- Tacitus provides a critical account of the early Roman emperors.
- The works of Publius Cornelius Tacitus are essential primary sources for this period.
- Scholars study the style and substance of Tacitus's historical narratives.
Advanced Usage
- Tacitean (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of the style or thought of Tacitus, often implying conciseness, psychological insight, and a pessimistic view of power.
- The author's Tacitean prose captured the moral decay of the political class.
Variants and Related Words
- Tacitus: The common shortened form of the name.
- Historian: A writer of history; a scholar who studies and writes about the past.
Synonyms
- Roman historian
- Annalist (specifically for his works and )
Related Phrases
- The Tacitean view: A perspective on history or politics that is cynical about the nature of power and the official accounts of rulers.
- As Tacitus recounts/records/writes: A phrase used to introduce information sourced from his historical works.
Noun
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Roman historian who wrote major works on the history of the Roman Empire (56-120)
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