What is another word for nineveh?

Pronunciation: [nˈɪnɪvə] (IPA)

Nineveh is an ancient city in present-day northern Iraq. The city was the capital of the Assyrian Empire, and was known for its power and influence. The name Nineveh is derived from the Akkadian word "Ninua," which means "house of fish." Although Nineveh has long been abandoned and is now in ruins, its name has survived and been used to describe many other things. Synonyms for Nineveh include important, influential, powerful, impressive, illustrious, and majestic. These words all reflect the grandeur and significance of this ancient city, and are still very much relevant today.

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    • Proper noun, singular
      ninawa, ninewa.

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Usage examples for Nineveh

And then he went to nineveh and told them to be more better, and they did be.
"The Doers"
William John Hopkins
And he had to go to nineveh to tell the people how bad they were.
"The Doers"
William John Hopkins
Again he presumed almost to say, I go not, and well-nigh to incur the guilt of Jonah when sent to nineveh, and in so doing he forfeited the fulness of his vocation.
"The Expositor's Bible: The Book of Exodus"
G. A. Chadwick

Related words: Nineveh, Nineveh Province, Nineveh Governorate

Nineveh is a city and district in Iraq's Nineveh Governorate.

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