Associations to the word «Augustan»

Wiktionary

AUGUSTAN, adjective. Pertaining to the times of the Roman emperor Augustus (63 BCE - 14 CE).
AUGUSTAN, adjective. Pertaining to the Roman poetic literature during this time.
AUGUSTAN, adjective. Pertaining to the period of English literature during the first half of the 18th century, known for satire and political themes.

Dictionary definition

AUGUSTAN, adjective. Relating to or characteristic of the times of the Roman Emperor Augustus; "the Augustan Age".

Wise words

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