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antiochus iii: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples

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UK/ænˈtaɪəkəs ðə ˈθɜːd/US/ænˈtaɪəkəs ðə ˈθɝːd/

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What does “antiochus iii” mean?

The name of a specific Seleucid king who ruled from 222 to 187 BC.

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Meaning and Definition

The name of a specific Seleucid king who ruled from 222 to 187 BC.

Historically, a figure used to represent the Seleucid Empire's power and eventual decline, particularly in the context of conflicts with the rising Roman Republic.

Dialectal Variation

British vs American Usage

Differences

No difference in the spelling or primary reference. Historical works in both varieties use it identically.

Connotations

Connotations are historical and academic, not cultural.

Frequency

Frequency is identical; it appears exclusively in historical texts, documentaries, and academic works.

Grammar

How to Use “antiochus iii” in a Sentence

[Antiochus III] [verb of action: fought, conquered, signed][Antiochus III] [was] [defeated/succeeded by]The [reign/policies] of [Antiochus III]

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Collocations

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Seleucid KingAntiochus III the Greatdefeat at MagnesiaTreaty of Apameareign ofcampaigns of
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the armies ofopposed byera ofpolicy of
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mentioned ina history offigure like

Usage

Meaning in Context

Business

Not used.

Academic

Used in historical texts, papers, and lectures on Hellenistic history or Roman-Seleucid relations.

Everyday

Virtually never used.

Technical

Used as a precise historical reference in archaeology, numismatics (coin study), and ancient history.

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Synonyms of “antiochus iii”

Strong

Antiochus III the Great

Neutral

The Seleucid monarchAntiochus the Great

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The kingThe rulerThe Hellenistic leader

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Antonyms of “antiochus iii”

Rome (as an opposing force)The Roman Republic

Watch out

Common Mistakes When Using “antiochus iii”

  • Spelling: 'Antiochos' (Greek spelling) vs. standard Latinised 'Antiochus'.
  • Confusing him with Antiochus IV Epiphanes.
  • Pronouncing 'ch' as /tʃ/ instead of /k/.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

He was a ruler of the Seleucid Empire from 222 to 187 BC, known as Antiochus III the Great for his early military successes.

His defeat by the Roman Republic at the Battle of Magnesia (190 BC) and the subsequent Treaty of Apamea marked the beginning of Roman hegemony over the Hellenistic East and the decline of the Seleucid Empire.

In English, it is commonly pronounced /ænˈtaɪəkəs/, with the stress on the second syllable and the 'ch' as a /k/ sound.

No, it is exclusively a historical reference and is not used in everyday, business, or other modern contexts.

The name of a specific Seleucid king who ruled from 222 to 187 BC.

Antiochus iii is usually academic / formal historical in register.

Learning

Memory Aids

Mnemonic

Think: ANTI-OCHUS was ANTI-O (against) the Romans, and THREE (III) times he tried, but was finally defeated.

Conceptual Metaphor

A BELLWETHER OF DECLINE (His defeat marks the turning point for Seleucid power).

Practice

Quiz

Fill in the gap
The Seleucid king was defeated by the Romans at the Battle of Magnesia.
Multiple Choice

Antiochus III is most significant in history for:

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