pericles
Definition
Proper noun 1. A historical figure: Pericles was an influential Athenian statesman, orator, and general during the Golden Age of Athens (specifically, the period from roughly 461 to 429 BC). His leadership and policies were central to establishing Athens' political and cultural dominance in ancient Greece. 2. A symbol of a historical era: The term "Pericles" often refers to the period of Athenian history marked by democratic development, monumental architectural achievements, and flourishing arts, which he championed.
Usage Examples
- As a subject: led Athens during its most prosperous period.
- In a possessive form: vision transformed the Acropolis.
- As an object of discussion: Historians often study the age of .
Advanced Usage
- "The Age of Pericles": A common historical term referring to the 5th century BC in Athens, synonymous with the city's cultural and political peak.
- Example: The Age of Pericles saw the creation of timeless works of philosophy and drama.
- "Periclean" (adjective): Used to describe things related to Pericles or his era.
- Example: The Periclean building program included the Parthenon.
Variants and Related Words
- Periclean (adj.): Of or relating to Pericles or his age (e.g., Periclean Athens, Periclean democracy).
Synonyms
- Statesman
- Orator
- Strategist (referring to his military role)
Related Phrases and Concepts
- Golden Age of Athens: The period of Athenian supremacy that Pericles oversaw.
- The Parthenon: The most famous architectural project commissioned during his leadership.
- Funeral Oration: A famous speech attributed to Pericles, as recorded by Thucydides, praising Athenian democracy and values.
Noun
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Athenian statesman whose leadership contributed to Athens' political and cultural supremacy in Greece; he ordered the construction of the Parthenon (died in 429 BC)
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