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Athena

Noun / ʌˈθi:nʌ / Another word for athena — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Athena is a Greek goddess of wisdom, courage, inspiration, civilization, law and justice, strategic warfare, mathematics, strength, strategy, the arts, crafts, and skill.

Synonyms & similar words

pallas pallasathene pallasathena athene athena Pallas Minerva wisdom courage inspiration justice warfare mathematics skill crafts art strategy strength civilization intelligence learning knowledge culture sophistication refinement

Common collocations

  • goddess Athena
  • goddess of wisdom
  • Athena Parthenos
  • Athena's owl
  • Athena's shield
  • goddess Athena's temple

Word family

noun Athena

Usage note

Athena is a proper noun, the name of the Greek goddess of wisdom, warfare, and crafts. It is not typically used as a common noun or in word families.

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Example sentences

  1. Athena was known for her wisdom and courage.
  2. The people of Athens worshiped Athena as their patron goddess.
  3. Athena was often depicted wearing a helmet and carrying a spear.
  4. Athena's owl was a symbol of her wisdom and knowledge.
  5. Athena was one of the most important goddesses in Greek mythology.

Quotes

  • 'I am Athena, goddess of wisdom and war.' - Rick Riordan
  • 'Athena sprang full-grown and armored from the forehead of the god Zeus.' - Edith Hamilton
  • 'Athena, the goddess of wisdom, was born from the head of Zeus, and made the patron saint of Athens.' - Unknown

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