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themistocles

 

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Noun themistocles has 1 sense
  1. Themistocles - Athenian statesman who persuaded Athens to build a navy and then led it to victory over the Persians (527-460 BC)
    --1 is a kind of
    statesman, solon, national leader

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Themistocles

Description:

Themistocles was an influential Athenian statesman and general during the time of the Greco-Persian Wars in Ancient Greece. He played a crucial role in the defense of Athens and is known for his strategic brilliance.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1 - Historical Figure:

In the context of history, Themistocles refers to the person named Themistocles who was a prominent leader in ancient Athens.

Example sentence: Themistocles was admired for his leadership skills and his ability to unite the Athenians against the Persians.

Sense 2 - Strategic Brilliance:

In a broader sense, Themistocles is used to describe someone with exceptional strategic abilities, akin to the historical figure himself.

Example sentence: John's tactical decisions in the business world have earned him the reputation of being the Themistocles of our time.

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