floruit

[ˈflɔːrɪt]

Definitions

1. noun

The period of time during which a person or thing is known to have existed or been active.

“The historian noted the floruit of the ancient civilization in her book.”

2. verb

To have existed or been active during a particular period of time.

“The artist floruit during the Renaissance era.”

Synonyms

  • existence
  • period of activity

Antonyms

  • extinction
  • oblivion