Definition

Proper noun A Macedonian general and one of the Diadochi (successors) of Alexander the Great. He became a king and ruled parts of Thrace and Asia Minor following Alexander's death. He is historically noted for his role in the Wars of the Diadochi and his alliance with Seleucus I Nicator.

Examples of Usage

• Proper noun:
  • Lysimachus was a prominent figure in the early Hellenistic period.
  • After Alexander's death, Lysimachus received control of Thrace.
  • The historian detailed the conflict between Lysimachus and Demetrius Poliorcetes.

Advanced Usage

• "The kingdom of Lysimachus": Refers to the territories he ruled, which included parts of modern-day Bulgaria, Turkey, and Greece.
  • The kingdom of Lysimachus was eventually divided after his death at the Battle of Corupedium.
• "The era of Lysimachus": Can be used to denote the period of his rule within the broader context of the Hellenistic Age.
  • Coins minted during the era of Lysimachus are valuable to historians.

Variants and Related Words

• Lysimachean (adj): Pertaining to Lysimachus or his reign. (A rare, scholarly term).
  • The Lysimachean administration faced constant military threats.

Synonyms

• Diadochus (n): A successor of Alexander the Great. (This is a general class to which Lysimachus belonged).
• Hellenistic king (n): A ruler in the period following Alexander's conquests.

Related Phrases

• "Battle of Ipsus": A major battle (301 BC) where Lysimachus and Seleucus I defeated Antigonus I Monophthalmus and Demetrius I Poliorcetes.
  • The victory at the Battle of Ipsus secured Lysimachus's power in Asia Minor.
• "Wars of the Diadochi": The series of conflicts fought between Alexander's generals after his death.
  • Lysimachus was a key participant in the Wars of the Diadochi.

Noun

1. Macedonian general under Alexander the Great; with Seleucus he defeated Antigonus and Demetrius at the battle of Ipsus (circa 355-281 BC)