Titus

American  

[tahy-tuhs] / ˈtaɪ təs /

noun

1. a disciple and companion of the apostle Paul, to whom Paul is supposed to have addressed an Epistle.

2. this New Testament Epistle. Tit.

3. Flavius Sabinus Vespasianus, a.d. 40?–81, Roman emperor 79–81.

4. Tatius.

5. a male given name.

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Titus British  

/ ˈtaɪtəs /

noun

1. New Testament

   1. Saint. a Greek disciple and helper of Saint Paul. Feast day: Jan 26 or Aug 25

   2. the book written to him (in full The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to Titus ), containing advice on pastoral matters

2. full name Titus Flavius Sabinus Vespasianus. ?40–81 _ad , Roman emperor (78–81 _ad )

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Example Sentences

By comparison with some of the nefarious plotters in that show, Titus is a bit of an also-ran—at least at first.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Mr. Berger elides this first burst of violence, I think wisely, the better to contrast the noble Titus of the play’s beginnings with the vengeful man he becomes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

"We could produce 10 bags, 20 bags, 30 bags," said farmer Titus Okepuk, 53.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

Like the Arc de Triomphe, Trump’s proposed monument resembles the Arch of Titus, the oldest surviving triumphal arch in Rome, which is located near the Roman Forum.

From Salon • Nov. 5, 2025

If Denny has anything to contribute, it’s going to be making fun of Titus and me.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila