acropoleis
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/əˈkrɒpəˌlaɪz/
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/əˈkrɒpəˌleɪz/
(acropolis)
fortified upper city
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acropolis' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'akropolis', where 'akro-' meant 'highest' and 'polis' meant 'city'.
Historical Evolution
'akropolis' transformed into the Latin word 'acropolis', and eventually became the modern English word 'acropolis'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'highest city', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'fortified upper part of a city'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'acropolis', referring to the fortified upper part of an ancient Greek city, typically built on a hill.
The ancient city had several acropoleis, each serving as a center of worship and defense.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/28 16:51