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There was living in the palace at this time a brother of the great Germanicus, and consequently an uncle of the late emperor, whose name was Claudius Caesar.
Frederic William Farrar

Meaning of "Claudius" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF CLAUDIUS

Claudius  [ˈklɔːdɪəs] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF CLAUDIUS

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Claudius is a noun.
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WHAT DOES CLAUDIUS MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Claudius

Claudius

Claudius was Roman emperor from 41 to 54. A member of the Julio-Claudian dynasty, he was the son of Drusus and Antonia Minor. He was born at Lugdunum in Gaul, the first Roman Emperor to be born outside Italy. Because he was afflicted with a limp and slight deafness due to sickness at a young age, his family ostracized him and excluded him from public office until his consulship, shared with his nephew Caligula in 37. Claudius' infirmity probably saved him from the fate of many other nobles during the purges of Tiberius and Caligula's reigns; potential enemies did not see him as a serious threat. His survival led to his being declared Emperor by the Praetorian Guard after Caligula's assassination, at which point he was the last man of his family. Despite his lack of experience, Claudius proved to be an able and efficient administrator. He was also an ambitious builder, constructing many new roads, aqueducts, and canals across the Empire. During his reign the Empire began the conquest of Britain. Having a personal interest in law, he presided at public trials, and issued up to twenty edicts a day.

Definition of Claudius in the English dictionary

The definition of Claudius in the dictionary is full name Tiberius Claudius Drusus Nero Germanicus. 10 bc–54 ad, Roman emperor ; invaded Britain ; poisoned by his fourth wife, Agrippina.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH CLAUDIUS


Asmodeus
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compendious
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dupondius
djuːˈpɒndɪəs
fastidious
fæˈstɪdɪəs
gladius
ˈɡlædɪəs
hideous
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insidious
ɪnˈsɪdɪəs
medius
ˈmiːdɪəs
melodious
mɪˈləʊdɪəs
Methodius
mɛˈθəʊdɪəs
odious
ˈəʊdɪəs
overtedious
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preludious
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radius
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sardius
ˈsɑːdɪəs
stapedius
stəˈpiːdɪəs
studious
ˈstjuːdɪəs
tedious
ˈtiːdɪəs
Thaddeus
ˈθædɪəs
Thadeus
ˈθædɪəs

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE CLAUDIUS

Claude
Claude Lorrain
Claudel
claudication
Claudius II
clausal
clause
Clausewitz
Clausius

WORDS THAT END LIKE CLAUDIUS

Antonius
Aquarius
Celsius
Confucius
genius
gluteus medius
Ignatius
interradius
long radius
Marius
Mauritius
modius
perradius
Sagittarius
Schwarzschild radius
short radius
Sirius
Stradivarius
turning radius
Vilnius

Synonyms and antonyms of Claudius in the English dictionary of synonyms

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克劳
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Claudio
570 millions of speakers

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Claudius
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क्लोडिअस
380 millions of speakers
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كلوديوس
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Клавдий
278 millions of speakers

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Claudius
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ক্লডিয়াস
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Claudius
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Claudius
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Claudius
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クラウディウス
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클라우디우스
85 millions of speakers

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Claudius
85 millions of speakers
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Claudius
80 millions of speakers

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கிளாடியஸ்
75 millions of speakers

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क्लॉडियस
75 millions of speakers

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Claudius
70 millions of speakers

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Claudio
65 millions of speakers

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Klaudiusz
50 millions of speakers

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Клавдій
40 millions of speakers

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Claudius
30 millions of speakers
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Κλαύδιος
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Claudius
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Claudius
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Claudius
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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about Claudius

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3 QUOTES WITH «CLAUDIUS»

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Frederic William Farrar
For although Claudius had been accused of gambling and drunkenness, not only were no worse sins laid to his charge, but he had successfully established some claim to being considered a learned man.
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Frederic William Farrar
The decision of such judges as Claudius and his Senate is worth very little in the question of a man's innocence or guilt; but the sentence was that Seneca should be banished to the island of Corsica.
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Frederic William Farrar
There was living in the palace at this time a brother of the great Germanicus, and consequently an uncle of the late emperor, whose name was Claudius Caesar.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «CLAUDIUS»

Discover the use of Claudius in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to Claudius and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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I, Claudius
Written in the form of Claudius' autobiography, this is the first part of Robert Graves's brilliant account of the madness and debauchery of ancient Rome, and stands as one of the most celebrated, gripping historical novels ever written.
Robert Graves, 2006
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Claudius
CLAUDIUS - EMPEROR OF ROME, CONQUEROR OF BRITAIN Emperor CLAUDIUS has unleashed the Roman legions against Britain. CARATACUS, war chief of the Britons, must unite the tribes for a desperate last stand. CLAUDIUS desires total conquest.
Douglas Jackson, 2009
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Claudius Caesar: Image and Power in the Early Roman Empire
A study of the reign of Claudius (AD 41-54), exploring what it can tell us about the developing Roman Empire.
Josiah Osgood, 2011
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Claudius
Barbara Levick's authoritative study reassesses the reign of Claudius, examining his political objectives and activities within the constitutional, political, social and economic development of Rome.
Barbara Levick, 2012
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Gertrude and Claudius: A Novel
Gertrude and Claudius are seen afresh against a background of fond intentions and family dysfunction, on a stage darkened by the ominous shadow of a sullen, erratic, disaffected prince. “I hoped to keep the texture light,” Updike said ...
John Updike, 2001
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I, Claudius: BookCaps Study Guide
The perfect companion to Robert Graves' "I, Claudius," this study guide contains a chapter by chapter analysis of the book, a summary of the plot, and a guide to major characters and themes.
BookCaps, 2012
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The Emperor Julian: Panegyric and Polemic
This series is designed to meet the needs of students of ancient and medieval history and others who wish to broaden their study by reading source material, but whose Latin and Greek is not sufficent to allow them to do so in the original ...
Mamertinus Claudius, Samuel N. C. Lieu, 1989
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Roman Attitudes Toward the Christians: From Claudius to Hadrian
Although the texts provide no evidence for a general law against the Christians (probably no such law existed until the time of Decius), they do give some indication of the way magistrates characterized (constructed) Christians: to Nero and ...
John Granger Cook, 2011
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Matthias Claudius: Language as "infamous Funnel" and Its ...
This volume represents an attempt to contribute to the revision. This volume elucidates the ideas central to Claudius's thought and views them in connection with both his work and important issues of the time.
Herbert Rowland, 1997
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Claudius Bombarnac: The Adventures of a Special Correspondent
Please visit www.ArcManor.com for more books by this and other great authors.
Jules Verne, 2008

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «CLAUDIUS»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term Claudius is used in the context of the following news items.
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The Strategic Use of Hostages in the Ancient World
Amongst his companions in Rome were the future emperors Caligula and Claudius, with whom Agrippa developed strong friendships. «Ancient Origins, Jul 15»
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Published on Jul 7, 2015, 9:47 pm AST
... are former Hindu Credit Union (HCU) president Harry Harnarine, former CLICO CEO Claudius Dacon and former CLICO agent Carlton Reis. «Trinidad & Tobago Express, Jul 15»
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Theatre troupe brings outdoor Hamlet to Mississauga twice this …
Meanwhile, Hamlet's uncle Claudius has taken over control of the kingdom from his deceased brother and married Hamlet's mother, Gertrude. «Mississauga, Jul 15»
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A triumph for the first night of Hamlet
Nicholas Dallas, who took on the role of the charming but despicable King Claudius, also took hold of the stage and its audience, saying his ... «Channel 24, Jul 15»
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Callies suffer first loss of season
After half-time Madibaz started putting pressure on Municipality and halfway through the second half Claudius Sagandira put Madibaz one goal ... «News24, Jul 15»
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Liberia's Sirleaf assures Amos Sawyer of 'Blyden Chair'
... and Development in West Africa and Challenges of the Future,” was organized by well-wishers of Amos Claudius Sawyer (WACS). «Awareness Times, Jul 15»
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"Leave us alone", Expelled Masvingo Zanu(PF) Chefs Speak Out
The reaction came barely after Masvingo Province Political Commissar, Jeppy Jaboon blasted suspended Retired Colonel Claudius Makova ... «RadioVop, Jul 15»
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Auditions for 'Hamlet' starts Thursday
Those wanting to audition for the following lead roles will be asked to perform particular monologues — Claudius, Laertes, Polonius, The Ghost ... «Harrison Daily, Jul 15»
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Classic TV, movies in demand on streaming sites
Among its classic offerings are "I, Claudius," "Poldark" and "Brideshead Revisited." Amazon Instant Video (amazon.com): "I Love Lucy" and ... «The Providence Journal, Jul 15»
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Adam de Pencier: Adieu, Adieu, my native shore — the hallowed …
He could not know the best part of his life was actually beginning: a house in Majorca, successful and well-respected books like I Claudius and ... «National Post, Jul 15»

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