Areopagite (Noun)
Meaning
A member of the council of the Areopagus.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The Areopagite's duty was to deliberate on matters of great importance to the city-state.
- The esteemed Areopagite stood up to address the assembly on the matter of trade regulations.
- After years of distinguished service, he was appointed as a lifetime Areopagite to the revered council.
- According to ancient tradition, an Areopagite had to be at least sixty years old and possess a reputation for integrity.
- Only those of the highest moral character and greatest wisdom were considered suitable candidates for the esteemed office of Areopagite.