Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
athenaeum
noun
/ˌeɪθəˈniːəm/
Definition
A place or institution dedicated to literary or scientific pursuits, often serving as a library or literary club.
Examples
- The local athenaeum hosts weekly book readings and discussion groups.
- She often spent her afternoons at the athenaeum, exploring its vast collection of rare books.
Meaning
The term refers to a society or building that promotes literature, research, and education.
Synonyms
- library
- reading room
- study hall
