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Ancient vs. Antique
Ancient
/ˈeɪnʃənt/Examples:
Yes, this Taylor was unquestionably the greatest genius of the ancients.That strange, ancient, long-forgotten word."What if he had been alive, like the ancient teachers, eh?
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Antique
/ænˈtiːk/Examples:
The antique vase was a highlight at the auction.She cherished her grandmother's antique silver locket.They restored the antique clock back to working order.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Ancient refers to something belonging to a distant past, often implying a great age. Think about ancient civilizations like the Egyptians or Greeks.
- Antique refers to a collectible item, often older than a hundred years, that has value because of its age.
- Remember that ancient describes age more used in historical contexts, while antique applies to items or objects that are valued and collectible.
- If its a piece of art, furniture or a specific object with age-based value, its likely antique.
- Consider the timeline: Ancient is often far older than antique, reaching back to eras like the Roman Empire or before.
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