Alcibiades

noun

Meaning

A prominent Athenian statesman and general during the Peloponnesian War, famous for his charismatic leadership and frequent changes in political allegiance.

Examples

Historians often analyze the life of Alcibiades to understand the volatile political landscape of ancient Greece.
The strategic decisions made by Alcibiades during the Sicilian Expedition remain a subject of intense academic study.

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Alcibiades

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌæl.sɪˈbaɪ.ə.diːz/

Definition

A prominent Athenian statesman and general during the Peloponnesian War, famous for his charismatic leadership and frequent changes in political allegiance.

Examples

Historians often analyze the life of Alcibiades to understand the volatile political landscape of ancient Greece.
The strategic decisions made by Alcibiades during the Sicilian Expedition remain a subject of intense academic study.

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