Ancient
Example: The building looks ancient and full of history
Definition
"Ancient" describes something very old, usually belonging to a period long ago in history, often suggesting great age and historical significance, such as an ancient building or artifact that has existed for many centuries.
Etymology
The word "ancient" comes from the Old French word 'ancien,' which itself derives from the Latin 'antianus,' meaning 'former' or 'old.' Did you know that its roots trace back to 'ante,' meaning 'before,' highlighting its connection to things of the past?
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"Ancient" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 116 commonly used words.
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