Synonyms for

Hades

Verb / ˈheɪdi:z / / heɪdz / Another word for hades — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Hades is the god of the underworld in Greek mythology.

Synonyms & similar words

underworld hades scheol aides pluto infernalregion netherworld aidoneus hell Pluto Dis Aidoneus

Synonyms by register

Formal

underworld netherworld abyss

Informal

hell the depths the grave

Literary

pluto's realm stygian depths erebus

Antonyms

heaven olympus paradise celestial realms divine abode upper world

Common collocations

  • god of hades
  • ruler of hades
  • journey to hades
  • shades of hades
  • gates of hades
  • in the depths of hades
  • from hades

Word family

noun Hades
adjective chthonic

Usage note

Hades refers to the Greek god of the underworld and the underworld itself. It is often used metaphorically to mean hell or a place of great suffering.

Example sentences

  1. Hades was the brother of Zeus and Poseidon.
  2. In Greek mythology, the souls of the dead went to the underworld ruled by Hades.
  3. Hades was often depicted as a dark and gloomy figure.
  4. The Greeks feared Hades and rarely spoke his name.
  5. Hades was married to Persephone, the goddess of vegetation.

Quotes

  • 'Hades was the god of the underworld and the dead. But he was also the god of wealth.' - Rick Riordan
  • 'Hades was the god of the dead and the king of the underworld, but his power extended beyond death.' - George R. R. Martin
  • 'Hades, also known as the God of the Dead, was feared and respected by the ancient Greeks.' - Pawan Mishra

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