What does mediaeval mean?
Mediaeval means (Commonwealth) Alternative spelling of medieval..
Mediaeval
/ˌmɛd.iˈiː.vəl/ · adjective
Meaning
(Commonwealth) Alternative spelling of medieval..
Example Sentences
Standing on the mountain above Caerphilly, one may reflect upon the gap where once stood Llanbradach Viaduct, and look near at hand upon the restored ruins of Caerphilly Castle; man labours to rebuild the mediaeval whilst he ruthlessly scraps the modern.
The earliest known example of a partial rider is the Talia (meaning scout) which occurs in the Great Chess of Timur. It is a transition piece between the mediaeval alfil and the modern bishop, able to move like the bishop without being blocked by a pawn standing in front of it.
Synonyms for mediaeval
Antonyms for mediaeval
Related Words
Word Forms
- more mediaeval
- most mediaeval
- mediæval
- mediaevals
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for mediaeval?
Common synonyms include medieval, gothic, nonmodern.
What is the opposite of mediaeval?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use mediaeval in a sentence?
Standing on the mountain above Caerphilly, one may reflect upon the gap where once stood Llanbradach Viaduct, and look near at hand upon the restored ruins of Caerphilly Castle; man labours to rebuild the mediaeval whilst he ruthlessly scraps the modern.
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