Sentences

cognomen in a sentence

n.

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Definition

Cognomen: a hereditary name or surname, particularly in ancient Rome, that designates a specific branch or clan of a family.

Sample Sentences

  1. His family’s cognomen has been passed down for generations, carrying with it a rich history.
  2. In ancient Rome, a cognomen often indicated a person's clan or branch of a family.
  3. The character in the novel adopted a new cognomen to escape his troubled past.
  4. Many people are unaware that a cognomen can reveal much about an individual’s ancestry.
  5. She decided to use her maiden cognomen professionally, honoring her heritage in her art.