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.

• Despite his immense talent, the legacy of Alcibiades is marked by controversy and his eventual exile from his home city.

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