solon
- noun
- /ˈsoʊlən/
- Literature
- This article focuses on the military factors involved in the creation of the polis, bound by the law of Solon and its modernization by Kleisthenes.
Democracy is formed by Solon and Aristotle and Plato.
- Democracy is formed by Solon and Aristotle and Plato.
- And then I'm about to tell you, Solon goes down, he finds this incredible temple, Neil Heliopolis in Egypt.
- And he told Solon what the writings say, that there was this great civilization, that it was destroyed in an enormous flood.
Examples
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Hammurabi, Moses, Solon, Justinian- they were all known as lawgivers.
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Now that was swept away by Solon's new system.
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Why else would a Solon be called upon by all sides?
Academic text (1995) -
In the midst of this turmoil, election time arrived, and a man named Solon ran for the highest office.
Blog text (13) -
Solon had shown that there was an alternative to oligarchy other than tyranny.
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As a renowned philosopher and statesman, Solon made significant contributions to Athenian democracy.
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In history, Solon is often celebrated for his role in shaping just laws that improved society.
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Many regard Solon as a pivotal figure in ancient politics due to his wise governance and reforms.
Synonyms
A respected experienced political leader who works for their country's long-term good
A respected older man who is a former leader and whose advice people value
A respected older woman in politics who people often ask for advice
Antonyms
How Respected
- Literature
- Formal
- Literature
Surface Forms
Etymology
Solon comes from the name of an ancient Athenian lawmaker, Solon, who was famous for making wise and fair laws. A helpful way to remember it is to think 'wise lawmaker', so a solon today means a respected or wise lawmaker or statesman.