Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

antiquities

Noun
/ænˈtɪk.wɪ.tiz/
Definition
Objects or artifacts from ancient times.
Examples
  • The museum showcased various antiquities from ancient Egypt.
  • She studied the antiquities of Greece while abroad.
  • Many antiquities are preserved in archaeological sites.
Meaning
The term refers to the ancient past, especially the period before the Middle Ages, and the physical remains or artifacts that have survived from that era.
Synonyms
  • relics
  • artifacts
  • antiques
  • remains