(Mes-o-po-ta-mi-a) 6 syllables

Definition

noun. an ancient region located in the eastern Mediterranean, known as the cradle of civilization.

Example Sentence

Many important civilizations arose in Mesopotamia a long time ago.

More Example Sentences

Mesopotamia was home to some of the earliest human civilizations.

Synonyms

ancient region; fertile crescent; cradle of civilization

Antonyms

modern city; new land; undeveloped area

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Rhymes

  • lamia

  • calamia

  • macadamia

  • mesopotamia