antigonus

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antigonus

Antigonus leads his army into battle.

Definition

Proper noun: - A historical figure: Antigonus I Monophthalmus was a Macedonian general, a successor (Diadochus) of Alexander the Great, and a king. He was a major figure in the Wars of the Diadochi following Alexander's death. His nickname "Monophthalmus" means "the One-Eyed." He was killed at the Battle of Ipsus.

Usage
  • Proper noun:
    • Antigonus was one of the most powerful of Alexander's successors.
    • The empire of Antigonus was eventually defeated by a coalition of other Diadochi.
Advanced Usage
  • "Antigonid": Pertaining to Antigonus or his dynasty.
    • The Antigonid dynasty ruled Macedonia for over a century.
Variants and Related Words
  • Antigonus I Monophthalmus: The full historical name.
  • Antigonid Dynasty (n): The Hellenistic dynasty founded by Antigonus's descendants, notably Antigonus II Gonatas, which ruled Macedonia.
  • Monophthalmus (adj/nickname): Meaning "one-eyed," often used to distinguish him.
Synonyms
  • Antigonus Cyclops: A synonymous reference using another term for "one-eyed."
  • One of the Diadochi: A general term for the successors of Alexander the Great, which includes Antigonus.
antigonus

Antigonus leads his army into battle.

Noun
  1. a general of Alexander the Great and king of Macedonia; lost one eye; killed in a battle at Ipsus (382-301 BC)

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