decius (Meaning)
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decius (n)
Emperor of Rome who was proclaimed emperor against his will; his reign was notable for his severe persecution of Christians (201-251)
Synonyms & Antonyms of decius
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decius Sentence Examples
- Decius served as a Roman Emperor during the third century.
- The reign of Emperor Decius was marked by conflicts with invading tribes and internal strife.
- Decius issued an edict requiring citizens to participate in state religion ceremonies, leading to persecution of Christians.
- Emperor Decius sought to restore the authority of the Roman Empire through military campaigns and reforms.
- Decius' military campaigns against the Goths ended in defeat, contributing to instability in the empire.
- Decius' policies aimed to revive traditional Roman values and institutions.
- Decius' reign was cut short by his death in battle against the Goths in 251 AD.
- The coins minted during Decius' reign often bore his likeness and titles.
- Decius' son, Herennius Etruscus, briefly succeeded him as co-emperor before meeting a similar fate in battle.
- Historians debate the significance of Decius' reign and his impact on the trajectory of the Roman Empire.
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Emperor of Rome who was proclaimed emperor against his will; his reign was notable for his severe persecution of Christians (201-251)
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Decius served as a Roman Emperor during the third century.
The reign of Emperor Decius was marked by conflicts with invading tribes and internal strife.
Decius issued an edict requiring citizens to participate in state religion ceremonies, leading to persecution of Christians.
Emperor Decius sought to restore the authority of the Roman Empire through military campaigns and reforms.
