Definition

The condition of being very old or from a long time ago.

Example

The ancientness of the ruins amazed the tourists.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the ancientness of this city?

Yeah, it's fascinating how much history is packed into every corner.

I wonder how many stories these streets could tell us about the past.

Definitely! The ancientness really adds to the charm.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ancientness → It is formed from "ancient" (from Latin *antiquus*, meaning old or former) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "ancientness" refers to the state of being ancient or very old.

Memory Tip

Think of 'ancient' meaning very old, and '-ness' indicating a state or quality. This helps you remember that 'ancientness' refers to the quality of being ancient.

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