Athenian
/əˈθiːnɪən
/adjective
Relating to ancient or modern Athens or its people.A full-size wooden replica of an Athenian temple might be erected in a manorial garden....
- In the 4th century the Athenian state did not hesitate to commission historical paintings or portraits of living benefactors and allies.
- The Athenian mix of culture and commerce was as apparent in art as in architecture.
noun
A native or citizen of Athens.Even Alexander the Great had to recompense an Athenian who was robbed on the way to Olympia....
- An Athenian was always to be admiral of the combined fleet.
- I am an Athenian.
