basileus (Meaning)
Wordnet
basileus (n)
a ruler of the eastern Roman Empire
Synonyms & Antonyms of basileus
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basileus Sentence Examples
- In ancient Greece, the basileus was the hereditary ruler of a city-state.
- The basileus wielded significant religious and political power.
- The office of the basileus was typically passed down from father to son.
- The basileus served as the chief priest of their city-state.
- The basileus commanded the city-state's army in times of war.
- The basileus also played a role in the administration of justice.
- The basileus' power was often checked by a council of elders.
- The office of the basileus declined in importance over time.
- By the 5th century BCE, the basileus had become primarily a ceremonial figure.
- The term "basileus" was later adopted by Byzantine emperors to signify their status as supreme rulers.
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a ruler of the eastern Roman Empire
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
In ancient Greece, the basileus was the hereditary ruler of a city-state.
The basileus wielded significant religious and political power.
The office of the basileus was typically passed down from father to son.
The basileus served as the chief priest of their city-state.
