medieval
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //mɪˈdiːvəl//
KK: /mɪˈdivəl/
adjective
Definition
Relating to the period in European history known as the Middle Ages, which lasted from about the 5th to the late 15th century.
Example
The castle was built in a medieval style, with tall towers and thick stone walls.
Conversation
Did you see that new movie set in the medieval times?
Yeah, I loved how they portrayed the battles!
I thought the medieval costumes were amazing as well.
Absolutely! They really captured the essence of that era.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
archaic
antiquated
old-fashioned
Antonyms
modern
contemporary
current
noun
Definition
A person who lived during the Middle Ages, a period in European history from about the 5th to the late 15th century.
Example
The medieval knight wore shining armor and rode a horse into battle.
Conversation
I just finished reading a book about a medieval knight.
That sounds interesting! What was it about?
It explored the life of a medieval warrior and his adventures.
Root Explanation
Medieval → It is formed from "medius" (meaning middle) and "aevum" (meaning age or era). The word "medieval" refers to the middle ages, a historical period between ancient and modern times.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'middle' ('medius') and 'age' ('aevum') to remember that 'medieval' describes the middle ages.
Visually Confused Words
unmediaeval
premedieval
antimedieval