ancient · adjective /ˈeɪn.tʃənt/Full view
ancient
B1 from a long time ago
Dictionary examples:

ancient Greece/Rome/Egypt

ancient monuments/ruins

People have lived in this valley since ancient times.

Learner example:

I would recommend you to visit Rome, because you shouldn't miss [seeing] the huge monuments, the ancient Roman ruins and the Vatican. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Italian)

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