seleucian

/ˌsɛljuːˈsiːən/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the Seleucids, a Greek dynasty that ruled a vast territory in Western Asia after the death of Alexander the Great.

“The Seleucian Empire was a vast and influential power in the ancient world.”

2. noun

a member of the Seleucid dynasty.

“He was a Seleucian king who ruled over a vast territory in Mesopotamia.”

Synonyms

  • Hellenistic
  • Seleucid

Antonyms

  • Parthian
  • Roman