achaemenidae

/əˌtʃɛmɪˈneɪdiː/

Definitions

1. noun

a family of ancient Persian kings, especially the Achaemenid dynasty that ruled from the 6th to the 4th century BCE

“The Achaemenid Empire was a vast and influential civilization, with the Achaemenidae being its ruling dynasty for centuries.”

Synonyms

  • Achaemenid Empire
  • Persian Empire

Antonyms

  • Macedonian Empire