domitian

/dɒmɪˈtiːən/

Definitions

1. noun

A Roman emperor who ruled from 81 to 96 AD, known for his tyranny and persecution of Christians.

“The Domitian era was marked by severe persecution of early Christians.”

2. proper noun

A city in the United States, the county seat of Sumter County, Georgia.

“The city of Domitian was founded in the early 19th century.”

Synonyms

  • despot
  • tyrant

Antonyms

  • emancipator
  • liberator