cassius longinus
Definition
Proper noun A historical figure, Gaius Cassius Longinus, known primarily as a Roman senator and the leading instigator in the plot to assassinate Julius Caesar in 44 BC. He died in 42 BC.
Usage
- Cassius Longinus is remembered as a key conspirator against Julius Caesar.
- In Shakespeare's , Cassius is portrayed as a manipulative and envious figure.
- The historical Cassius Longinus was a skilled military commander before the assassination.
Advanced Usage
- The Ghost of Cassius: In some literary and historical analyses, Cassius is used as a symbol of republican idealism or, conversely, of treacherous ambition.
- Cassius's lean and hungry look: A direct reference to Shakespeare's description ("Yond Cassius has a lean and hungry look"), often used to describe someone who appears ambitious, shrewd, or discontented.
Variants and Related Words
- Cassius: The common shortened form used to refer to Gaius Cassius Longinus, especially in historical and literary contexts.
- Gaius Cassius Longinus: The full Roman name.
Synonyms
- Conspirator (specifically against Caesar)
- Assassin (of Caesar)
- Liberator (term used by the conspirators themselves)
Related Phrases
- Ides of March conspirator: A phrase identifying him as a participant in the assassination on March 15, 44 BC.
- Brutus and Cassius: The two names are frequently paired as the principal leaders of the conspiracy.
Noun
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prime mover in the conspiracy against Julius Caesar (died in 42 BC)
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