Trojan (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to the ancient city of Troy or its inhabitants; "Trojan cities".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- In Homer's Iliad, the Trojan hero Hector is portrayed as a noble and courageous warrior.
- The ancient city of Troy was the center of power for the Trojan civilizations.
- Excavations at Troy have uncovered significant evidence of the city's rich Trojan history.
- Trojan cities flourished throughout the eastern Mediterranean during the Late Bronze Age.
- The legendary Trojan War was fought between Greece and Troy according to Greek mythology.