Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Pertaining to or characteristic of a choragus: Relating to the leader or sponsor of a chorus in ancient Greek drama.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • The surviving choragic monument in Athens is a testament to the importance of these patrons.
  • His role was primarily choragic, involving the financing and training of the chorus for the festival.
  • Scholars study choragic inscriptions to understand the economics of ancient Greek theater.

Advanced Usage

• "Choragic victory": Refers to a victory in a dramatic competition where the sponsor (choragus) was honored.
  • The wealthy citizen celebrated his choragic victory by dedicating a monument.

Variants and Related Words

• Choragus (n): The leader or financial sponsor of a chorus in ancient Greece.
  • The choragus was responsible for the chorus's expenses and training.

Synonyms

• Sponsorial: Relating to a sponsor or patronage.

Adjective

1. pertaining to or characteristic of a choragus