1. of or relating to an amphictyony; concerning a league or confederation of neighboring states or tribes in ancient Greece that shared religious and political responsibilities.
Usage: historical; chiefly used in classical studies

Examples

• The amphictyonic council met regularly to oversee the sanctuary at Delphi.
• Amphictyonic leagues were important political structures in ancient Greece.
• Member states of the amphictyonic association shared duties in maintaining the temple.
• The amphictyonic system allowed neighboring city-states to cooperate on religious matters.