golden age

noun

Synonyms of golden agenext
: a period of great happiness, prosperity, and achievement

Examples of golden age in a Sentence

the golden age of art a golden age for our country
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The 1970s were a golden age of American cinema. Paul Fischer, HollywoodReporter, 13 Feb. 2026 Transporting guests to a golden age of travel, a luxury train operator is rolling out the red carpet with a brand-new 1930's-era private dining and events carriage. Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2026 Waterfield was a handsome idol returning home with a championship to a movie star wife, in the golden age of Hollywood. CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026 This golden age of skating is built equally on camaraderie and competition. Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for golden age

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of golden age was in the 15th century

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“Golden age.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/golden%20age. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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