mantinean

/mæntɪniən/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to Mantinea, a city in ancient Greece, or its inhabitants

“The mantinean army fought bravely in the battle against the Spartans.”

2. noun

a native or inhabitant of Mantinea

“The mantineans were known for their skill in warfare.”

Synonyms

  • Arcadian
  • Boeotian
  • Mantineian

Antonyms

  • Lacedaemonian
  • Spartan