seleucid

/sɛləˈsɪd/ or /sɛlɪˈjuːsɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A member of the ancient Greek dynasty that ruled the empire established by Alexander the Great after his death, especially from 312 to 63 BCE.

“The Seleucid Empire was a vast and complex entity that stretched from Greece to India.”

2. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the Seleucid dynasty or empire.

“The Seleucid art style was heavily influenced by Greek and Persian traditions.”

Synonyms

  • Greek
  • Hellenistic
  • Persian

Antonyms

  • Macedonian
  • Roman