Definition

Proper noun: - Emperor of Rome; son of Vespasian (39-81): Titus Flavius Vespasianus, commonly known as Titus, was a Roman emperor who ruled from 79 to 81 AD. He was the eldest son of Emperor Vespasian and succeeded him to the throne. His reign is noted for the completion of the Colosseum and his response to the eruption of Mount Vesuvius and a major fire in Rome.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The Arch of Titus commemorates the military victories of Titus Flavius Vespasianus.
  • Historians study the reign of Titus Flavius Vespasianus to understand the early Flavian dynasty.

Advanced Usage

• "The Clemency of Titus": Refers to his reputation for generosity and restraint, particularly noted during his early reign.
  • Ancient writers often praised the Clemency of Titus, contrasting it with the behavior of other emperors.

Variants and Related Words

• Titus (proper noun): The common, shortened name for this emperor.
  • The Colosseum was inaugurated by Emperor Titus.
• Flavian (adjective): Pertaining to the dynasty founded by his father, Vespasian.
  • The Flavian Amphitheater is another name for the Colosseum.

Synonyms

• Emperor Titus: The most frequent synonym used in historical texts.
• Titus Caesar Vespasianus: A formal variant of his name.

Related Phrases

• Siege of Jerusalem: A major military campaign he commanded under his father's rule, which culminated in the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 AD.
  • Titus Flavius Vespasianus commanded the final assault during the Siege of Jerusalem.

Noun

1. Emperor of Rome; son of Vespasian (39-81)