areopagy

/ɛərioʊˈpæɡi/

Definitions

1. noun

A meeting of the Areopagus, a council of elders in ancient Athens, or a similar assembly.

“The city council was convened as an areopagy to discuss the recent zoning laws.”

2. noun

A judicial assembly in ancient Greece.

“In ancient Athens, the areopagy played a significant role in resolving disputes and meting out justice.”

Synonyms

  • assembly
  • council

Antonyms

  • anarchy
  • chaos