quirites (Meaning)
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quirites (n. pl.)
Roman citizens.
Synonyms & Antonyms of quirites
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quirites Sentence Examples
- In the Roman Republic, the term "quirites" denoted male citizens who had full legal rights.
- The Quirites were considered the ultimate authority in matters of governance and policy.
- Marcus Cicero's famous oration, "Pro Quiritum," was addressed to the Quirites of Rome.
- During the Punic Wars, the Quirites bravely fought against Hannibal's army.
- The Quirinal Hill in Rome was named after the Quirites, who had their stronghold there.
- Augustus granted all free male citizens in the Roman Empire the status of Quirites.
- The Quirites were exempt from certain taxes and had the right to vote in public assemblies.
- The term "quirites" eventually fell out of use, replaced by "cives" (citizens).
- The Roman Forum was a central gathering place for the Quirites to discuss political and social issues.
- The Quirites played a vital role in shaping the destiny of the Roman Republic and Empire.
FAQs About the word quirites
Roman citizens.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
In the Roman Republic, the term "quirites" denoted male citizens who had full legal rights.
The Quirites were considered the ultimate authority in matters of governance and policy.
Marcus Cicero's famous oration, "Pro Quiritum," was addressed to the Quirites of Rome.
During the Punic Wars, the Quirites bravely fought against Hannibal's army.
