Ancient

usgb/ˈeɪnʃənt/
adjective

Something very old, from a long time ago.

The museum has a large collection of ancient artifacts.
Visual representation of "ancient" - Something very old, from a long time ago.

Often appears as...

  • ancient history
  • ancient civilization
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Time Depth

Use 'ancient' to stress the impressive age or historical significance of an object or place.

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He marveled at the ancient ruins, remnants of a bygone era.
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Respectful Tone

'Ancient' often implies respect for historical cultures or heritage.

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The ancient scriptures are still revered today.
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Not Always Positive

Sometimes 'ancient' can suggest that something is outdated or no longer useful.

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His ancient computer could barely run modern software.
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