archon (Meaning)

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archon (n.)

One of the chief magistrates in ancient Athens, especially, by preeminence, the first of the nine chief magistrates.

archon Sentence Examples

  1. The archon was the highest-ranking official in the ancient Athenian government.
  2. As an archon, he held significant power and responsibility over the affairs of the city-state.
  3. Each year, new archons were elected to govern and administer justice in Athens.
  4. The archon presided over important civic ceremonies and religious festivals.
  5. Under the guidance of the archon, Athens flourished culturally and economically.
  6. The archon's decisions had a profound impact on the lives of the citizens.
  7. Only those of noble birth were eligible to become archons in ancient Greece.
  8. The archon's palace served as the center of political life in Athens.
  9. During times of war, the archon assumed command of the city's defenses.
  10. The archon's reign marked a period of stability and prosperity for Athens.

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One of the chief magistrates in ancient Athens, especially, by preeminence, the first of the nine chief magistrates.

executive, director, superintendent, administrant,administrator, manager, supervisor, commissioner,exec, officer

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The archon was the highest-ranking official in the ancient Athenian government.

As an archon, he held significant power and responsibility over the affairs of the city-state.

Each year, new archons were elected to govern and administer justice in Athens.

The archon presided over important civic ceremonies and religious festivals.