Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
agora
noun
/ˈæɡ.ɔː.rə/
Definition
A public open space used for assemblies and markets in ancient Greece.
Examples
- The ancient Greeks would often meet at the agora to debate political issues.
- Modern cities often replicate the concept of an agora in town squares.
- In my neighborhood, the local park acts as an agora for community gatherings.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘agora’ refers to any open meeting place or area where people gather to discuss ideas or conduct business.
Synonyms
- forum
- marketplace
- plaza
- assembly area