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