English Explanatory Dictionary

Abderian

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Of or belonging to Abdera or its people.
  2. Alternative form of abderian.
noun
  1. An inhabitant or native of Abdera.
adj
  1. Foolish; absurd; ridiculous; inclined to incessant merriment or laughter.

Pronunciation

/æbˈdɪɹ.i.ən/ /æbˈdɛɹ.i.ən/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-Abderian.wav

Word forms

Abderian more Abderian most Abderian Abderians

Etymology

From Abdera (“a town in Thrace”) + -ian.

Synonyms

Abderite

Antonyms

agelastic

Related words

abderite

Derived words

abderian
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