Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Accadian
Noun
uh-KAY-dee-uhn
Definition
An ancient Semitic language that was spoken in Mesopotamia and which is the predecessor to the Babylonian and Assyrian dialects.
Examples
- The Accadian language was used for many written texts, including myths and legal documents.
- Historians study Accadian inscriptions to learn about ancient Mesopotamian society.
Meaning
Accadian refers to both the language and the culture of the people who spoke it in ancient Mesopotamia.
Synonyms
- Babylonian
- Assyrian
