hammurabi

/hæmˈmʊərəbaɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

The ancient Mesopotamian king who created the Code of Hammurabi, a set of laws that was inscribed on a stele around 1754 BC.

“The museum exhibit featured artifacts from the reign of Hammurabi, showcasing the importance of his code in shaping ancient Mesopotamian society.”

Synonyms

  • Mesopotamian ruler
  • Sumerian king

Antonyms

  • Barbarian leader
  • Dictator