Achaemenian

[ak-uh-mee-nee-uh n]

adjective

of or relating to the Achaemenids or their language, as recorded in cuneiform inscriptions.

Origin of Achaemenian

1710–20; < Latin Achaemeni(us) (< Greek Achaimén(ēs) Achaemenes + Latin -ius adj. suffix) + -an

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The Achaemenian kings regarded the plane as their peculiar tree, and a representation of it in gold formed part of their state.
The Sacred Tree
J. H. Philpot
The Achaemenian sovereign did not hesitate to forestall the attack, and promptly assumed the offensive.
History Of Egypt, Chalda, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 9 (of 12)
G. Maspero
The Oxus, in the time of the Achaemenian kings, fell into the Caspian by a channel which can even now be traced.
The Seven Great Monarchies Of The Ancient Eastern World, Vol 5. (of 7): Persia
George Rawlinson
One gem, ascribed on somewhat doubtful grounds to the Persians of Achaemenian times, contains what appears to be a portrait.
The Seven Great Monarchies Of The Ancient Eastern World, Vol 5. (of 7): Persia
George Rawlinson
He is indeed the only monarch of the Achaemenian line who appears to have been bloodthirsty by temperament.
The Seven Great Monarchies Of The Ancient Eastern World, Vol 5. (of 7): Persia
George Rawlinson