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Augustus
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The first Roman emperor, born Gaius Octavius; also a masculine given name derived from his title.
"Augustus ruled Rome for over four decades of relative peace."
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_____ ruled Rome for over four decades of relative peace.
Etymology
From Latin augustus ("majestic, venerable").