patriciate

Meanings

• noun

  A member of the ruling class in ancient Rome.

  - "The patricians held most of the political power in ancient Rome."
  - "Julius Caesar was born into the patrician class."

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Variants

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patriciate , patriciates

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Etymology

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From the Latin patricius, meaning 'patron, protector'.

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Trivia

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1. The patriciate was the ruling class in ancient Rome from around 500 BC to the late Roman Republic.

2. The patricians were often wealthy landowners who provided the Roman army with soldiers and supplies.

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Related Concepts

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1. aristocracy: A social class consisting of those who hold power and wealth, often inherited.

2. nobility: A rank of person, especially a member of the hereditary mobility or aristocracy.

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The patriciate was the hereditary aristocracy of ancient Rome, who held political power and social prestige. They were responsible for governing the city and making laws.

How to Memorize "patriciate"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize an ancient Roman senate room filled with wealthy and powerful men, dressed in togas, debating laws and making decisions for the city.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'patriciate' with the idea of wealth, power, and social prestige in ancient Rome.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'patriciate' comes from the Latin word 'patricius', meaning 'patron, protector'.

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