augustus
IPA: ɑgˈʌstʌs
Root Word: Augustus
noun
- The Roman emperor Augustus, also called Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus (63 B.C.E. – 14 C.E.); heir to Julius Caesar
- A male given name from Latin, risen in popularity since the 18th century.
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Examples of "augustus" in Sentences
- Augustus Caesar was the first emperor of ancient Rome
- The month of August was named after Emperor Augustus
- Augustus was known for his successful military campaigns and political reforms
- Many historians consider Augustus to be one of the greatest rulers of all time
- The reign of Augustus marked the beginning of the Pax Romana, a period of peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire
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