Antiquity

/ænˈtɪk.wɪ.ti/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The ancient past, especially the period before the Middle Ages.

Archaeologists have discovered artifacts dating back to antiquity that shed light on early human civilization.

The quality of being ancient or old.

The antiquity of the manuscripts is evident from their fragile condition and faded ink.

Great age; ancient times.

Many structures in Rome are preserved from antiquity, giving visitors a glimpse into the history of the empire.

A time in the past that is characterized by certain historical or cultural phenomena.

The antiquity of Greek philosophy has influenced modern thought significantly.

From Latin 'antiquitas', from 'antiquus' meaning 'ancient'.

Classical antiquity

The period of history that covers ancient Greece and Rome.

Antiquity of the human race

Refers to the very early period of human history.

antique

An item that is at least 100 years old and is valued for its age or historical significance.

archaeology

The study of human history and prehistory through excavation of sites and the analysis of artifacts.

historicity

The historical authenticity of an event, figure, or work.

Old school

That vintage car is real old school; it has a certain antiquity.

Throwback

Their music has a throwback vibe, bringing a sense of antiquity to modern sounds.