Antony Meaning in English

word

US

ˈæntəni

AN-tuh-nee

UK

ˈæn.tə.ni

AN-tuh-nee

Definition

A male given name; most commonly refers to a famous historical figure, Mark Antony, who was a Roman general and supporter of Julius Caesar.

Usage & Nuances

Primarily a proper noun; not an English vocabulary word outside the context of names. Often confused with 'Anthony', a more common spelling. Appears in historical and literary contexts, especially relating to Ancient Rome.

• Spanish: Antonio (nombre propio)
• Portuguese (BR): Antônio (nome próprio)
• Portuguese (PT): António (nome próprio)
• Chinese (Simplified): 安东尼 (人名)
• Chinese (Traditional): 安東尼 (人名)
• Hindi: एंटनी (नाम)
• Arabic: أنتوني (اسم علم)
• Bengali: অ্যান্টনি
• Russian: Антоний
• Japanese: アントニー
• Vietnamese: Antony
• Korean: 안토니
• Turkish: Antony
• Urdu: اینٹونی
• Indonesian: Antony

Example Sentences

Antony was a friend of Julius Caesar.

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Antony gave a famous speech in Rome.

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Antony and Cleopatra are characters in a Shakespeare play.

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Everyone remembers the famous words from Antony's funeral oration.

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Some people spell it 'Anthony', but Antony is also correct.

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My favorite character in that movie is Antony — he’s so dramatic!

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