julius

/ˈdʒuːliəs/ or /ˈdʒuːliʊs/

Definitions

1. proper noun

A male given name, especially for a person born in July, or a person who is a member of the Julian family.

“The Roman general Julius Caesar led a successful campaign in Gaul.”

2. noun

A Roman surname derived from the gens Julia.

“The historian Julius mentions several key events in ancient Roman history.”

3. proper adjective

Of or relating to Julius, a Roman general and statesman.

“The Julian calendar was introduced by Julius Caesar.”

Synonyms

  • Caesarean
  • Julian
  • Roman

Antonyms

  • Pagan
  • non-Roman