What is another word for chaldea?

Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈaldi͡ə] (IPA)

Chaldea was an ancient Semitic country that existed in the southeastern region of Mesopotamia. The region was home to various tribes and ethnic groups, including the Babylonians, Assyrians, and Sumerians. Synonyms for the term "Chaldea" include "Mesopotamia," "Babylonia," "Sumer," and "Assyria." These synonyms all refer to the same region where Chaldea existed but focus on different aspects of its history. Mesopotamia is a broader term that encompasses the entire region, while Babylonia refers specifically to the period when Babylon was the dominant power. Sumer and Assyria are also distinct historical periods that overlapped with Chaldea. Despite their differences, these synonyms all help to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the ancient world.

Synonyms for Chaldea:

What are the hypernyms for Chaldea?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    ancient history, Mesopotamian civilization, ancient culture, ancient region, early civilization.

Usage examples for Chaldea

In 1799 appeared his most learned work, Travels of Pythagoras in Egypt, chaldea, India, Rome, Carthage, Gaul, etc.
"A Biographical Dictionary of Freethinkers of All Ages and Nations"
Joseph Mazzini Wheeler
The worship began among the people of chaldea.
"A New System; or, an Analysis of Antient Mythology. Volume II. (of VI.)"
Jacob Bryant
In Babylonia, and chaldea, they were called Urchani.
"A New System; or, an Analysis of Antient Mythology. Volume II. (of VI.)"
Jacob Bryant

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