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(He-rod-o-tus) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. an ancient Greek historian known as the 'Father of History'.

Example Sentence

Widely considered the first historian, Herodotus extensively documented the ancient world.

More Example Sentences

Herodotus is famous for his writings.

Synonyms

historian; chronicler; storyteller

Antonyms

Non-historian; Modernist

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