golden age

noun

: 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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Neon signs flicker in the evenings and cast a glow that recalls the golden age of California’s coast. Pismo Beach Conference, Mercury News, 29 Aug. 2025 These evenings were a chance to feel part of the golden age of ocean travel, when crossing the Atlantic meant dressing to be seen. David Nikel, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025 Given the country’s modest history in the sport, this is truly a golden age for Italian tennis, one which has vaulted to even greater heights thanks to Sinner’s success on the court and popularity off it. George Ramsay, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2025 In short,this icon of the golden age of travel shows no sign of tarnish. Ann Shields, AFAR Media, 26 Aug. 2025 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 9 Sep. 2025.

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