Vocabulary Entry

semitic

|adjective • noun

adjective

Relating to the Semites, a group of peoples historically associated with the ancient Near East, including Jews and Arabs.

Example Sentences

"The Semitic languages include Hebrew and Arabic."

"Many ancient texts reveal insights into Semitic cultures."

"The museum exhibited artifacts from various Semitic civilizations."

noun

Example Sentences

"The museum featured an exhibit on the history of Semitics."

"Scholars debated the origins of various Semitic groups."

"The terms Semitic and Afro-Asiatic are often used in historical studies."