Amulius

American  

[uh-myoo-lee-uhs] / əˈmyu li əs /

noun

Roman Legend.

1. a son of Proca who revolted against his brother Numitor and seized the throne of Alba Longa.

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Example Sentences

Jovinian was treated with much kindness, and allowed all the liberty he desired—being permitted to visit Amulius and the few other friends he possessed.

From Jovinian A Story of the Early Days of Papal Rome by Kingston, William Henry Giles

Before Eros had looked round, Amulius had slipped into his hand a roll of parchment; he immediately concealed it in his bosom.

From Jovinian A Story of the Early Days of Papal Rome by Kingston, William Henry Giles

Jovinian, on hearing his plans, entreated that he might be permitted to accompany him, although Amulius had offered the youth a home, should he have desired to remain in Rome and continue his studies.

From Jovinian A Story of the Early Days of Papal Rome by Kingston, William Henry Giles

He then advanced towards Amulius, and the other presbyters, and expressed his wish to be instructed in their faith.

From Jovinian A Story of the Early Days of Papal Rome by Kingston, William Henry Giles

Numitor, the elder, being weak and spiritless, suffered Amulius to wrest the government from him, and reduce him to his father's private estates.

From Walks in Rome by Hare, Augustus J. C.