meroitic

/məˈroʊɪtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the Meroe kingdom, which flourished in northern Sudan from the 2nd century BC to the 4th century AD

“The Meroitic script was an important discovery in the field of archaeology.”

2. noun

a member of the ancient people who inhabited the Meroe kingdom

“The Meroitic culture was influenced by Egyptian and Nubian traditions.”

3. noun

a language spoken by the ancient Meroitic people

“Scholars have been working to decipher the Meroitic language.”

Synonyms

  • nubian
  • sudanese

Antonyms

  • civilized
  • egyptian