ancient

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Contents 1 Pronunciation 2 Adjective 2.1 Synonyms 2.2 Antonyms 3 Noun 3.1 Synonyms

[change] Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈeɪnʃənt/
• SAMPA: /"eInS@nt/
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[change] Adjective

Positive ancient

Comparative more ancient

Superlative most ancient

1. Very old, usually hundreds or thousands of years old.

   He carefully studied the ancient book.

[change] Synonyms

• antique
• old

[change] Antonyms

• modern
• new

[change] Noun

Singular ancient

Plural ancients

1. (heraldry) (old, no longer used) A small flag or ensign.

[change] Synonyms

• banner
• ensign
• flag