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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Fast forward to the second half of the 20th century, when Capri enjoyed another boom during the golden age of la dolce vita, when Italian and international celebrities flocked to the island's winding streets. Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 30 May 2026 Macca’s past two decades have been a golden age, ever since his 2005 resurgence Chaos and Creation in the Backyard. Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 30 May 2026 The arched windows mirror the city’s grand historic buildings while brass elements and flooring nod to the golden age of American retailing. Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 May 2026 Indeed, there is a widespread belief that soccer is experiencing another golden age. Cesar R. Torres, The Conversation, 26 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for golden age

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 4 Jun. 2026.

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