tacitus

[ˈtækɪtəs]

Definitions

1. noun

A Roman historian, known for his Annales (Annals), which provide a detailed account of Roman history from 14 BC to 68 AD.

“Tacitus’ writing style is still studied by historians today for its in-depth analysis of ancient Roman politics.”

2. proper noun

The name of the Roman historian.

“The city of Tacitus, in Queensland, Australia, is named after the Roman historian.”

Synonyms

  • chronicler
  • historian

Antonyms

  • ignoramus
  • uninformed