assyriology

/æsɪrɪˈɒlədʒi/

Definitions

1. noun

The study of ancient Mesopotamian languages, literature, and history, particularly that of Assyria and Babylon.

“The professor taught a course on Assyriology, covering the history of the ancient Sumerians and Babylonians.”

Synonyms

  • Ancient Near Eastern studies
  • Mesopotamian studies

Antonyms

  • Contemporary studies
  • Modern studies