archaic period
(ar-cha-ic-pe-ri-od)
6 syllables
Definition
noun. a historical period characterized by the development of early art, architecture, and culture, typically referring to a phase in ancient Greece from around 800 to 480 BC.
Example Sentence
The archaic period in Greece saw the emergence of significant developments in sculpture and pottery.
More Example Sentences
During the archaic period, city-states like Athens and Sparta began to form and gain power.
Synonyms
ancient era; early period; classical age
Antonyms
modern era; contemporary period; present day
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