Definition

Proper noun 1. An ancient region of Greece: Laconia was an ancient region located in the southeastern part of the Peloponnese peninsula in southern Greece. It was the principal territory of the city-state of Sparta.

Examples of Usage

• Proper noun:
  • The ancient region of Laconia was known for its austere and militaristic society.
  • Sparta was the dominant city-state in Laconia.
  • Archaeologists have found many artifacts from classical Laconia.

Advanced Usage

• Laconian (adjective): Pertaining to Laconia or its people.
  • The Laconian landscape is rugged and mountainous.
• Laconian (noun): A native or inhabitant of Laconia.
  • The Laconians were renowned for their discipline.

Variants and Related Words

• Laconic (adjective): Using very few words; brief and concise. This word derives from the reputation of the Spartans (Laconians) for being terse and pithy in speech.
  • He gave a laconic reply: "No."

Synonyms

• Spartan territory: (Historical context) The land controlled by Sparta.
• Lacedaemon: (Historical/poetic name) An alternative ancient name for the region of Laconia or the Spartan state.

Related Phrases and Concepts

• Spartan: Directly relating to Sparta, the dominant city within Laconia. Often used to describe something extremely simple, frugal, or austere, reflecting the culture of ancient Sparta.
  • The barracks had a Spartan appearance, with no decorations or comforts.

Noun

1. an ancient region of southern Greece in the southeastern Peloponnesus; dominated by Sparta