Definition

A term used to refer to a period of one thousand years or a group of one thousand items.

Example

The ancient prophecy spoke of a chiliad that would bring great change.

Conversation

Did you know a chiliad refers to a group of a thousand?

Really? I thought it just meant a thousand years or something.

Yeah, it can mean that too, like in the context of a millennium.

That's interesting! I love learning new words.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chiliad → It is formed from 'chilioi' (Greek, meaning a thousand) and the suffix '-ad' (meaning a group or collection). The word 'chiliad' refers to a group or collection of a thousand.

Memory Tip

Think of 'chilioi' meaning a thousand, and remember that a 'chiliad' is a collection of a thousand.

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