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Hermes

Verb / ˈhɜ:mi:z / Another word for hermes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Hermes is a Greek god of commerce, fertility, and thieves, and also the messenger of the gods.

Synonyms & similar words

hermes Mercury Ermis Hermus Thoth Anubis Hermias Hermogenes Hermokrates Hermolycus Hermotimus Hermolaus Hermomones Hermopoleos Hermos

Synonyms by register

Formal

messenger courier envoy emissary

Informal

gofer runner delivery person

Literary

winged messenger divine herald celestial courier

Antonyms

stagnation stillness inertia immobility idleness

Common collocations

  • Hermes Trismegistus
  • Hermes of the Ways
  • Hermes Psychopompus
  • Hermes messenger of the gods
  • Hermes god of thieves
  • Hermes winged sandals
  • Hermes caduceus

Word family

noun Hermes
adjective Hermetic

Usage note

Hermes is primarily known as the name of the Greek god. When used metaphorically for a messenger, it is often capitalized and may refer to a specific context or a highly skilled individual.

Example sentences

  1. Hermes was the son of Zeus and Maia.
  2. Hermes was known for his speed and cunning.
  3. Hermes was often called upon to deliver messages between the gods.
  4. Hermes is also associated with luck and fertility.
  5. Hermes was believed to have invented the lyre.

Quotes

  • 'To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die.' - Hermes Trismegistus
  • 'The greatest wealth is to live content with little.' - Hermes Trismegistus
  • 'As above, so below; as within, so without.' - Hermes Trismegistus

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