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Pandora

Verb / pæˈndɔ:rʌ / Another word for pandora — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Pandora is a name for a woman in Greek mythology who opened a box that released all the evils into the world.

Synonyms & similar words

pandora curiosity inquisitiveness nosiness prying investigation exploration quest search pursuit discovery uncovering revelation exposure disclosure divulgence unveiling opening box container vessel

Common collocations

  • Pandora's box
  • open Pandora's box
  • release Pandora's box
  • close Pandora's box
  • like Pandora's box
  • Pandora's gift

Word family

noun Pandora

Usage note

Pandora is a proper noun referring to the first woman in Greek mythology, whose actions released evils into the world. It is most commonly used in the idiom 'Pandora's box'.

Example sentences

  1. Pandora was warned not to open the box.
  2. Pandora was curious about what was inside the box.
  3. Pandora's curiosity got the best of her.
  4. The box that Pandora opened released all the evils into the world.
  5. Pandora's box is now a symbol of curiosity and temptation.

Quotes

  • All the evils that haunt mortals were stowed in a box by Pandora, and given to her as a gift. Some say hope was also included, but it was never released. - Neil Gaiman
  • Pandora opened the box, and the gods and all the deathly things flew out and scattered. - Jeanette Winterson
  • The best way to keep a secret is to pretend there isn't one. - Pandora

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