Synonyms for

Pantheon

Verb / ˈpænθi:ˌɑ:n / Another word for pantheon — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a temple dedicated to all the gods of a particular religion or culture

Synonyms & similar words

temple shrine sanctuary chapel cathedral mosque synagogue church abbey basilica sepulcher mausoleum tomb monument memorial statue idol icon reliquary ark

Synonyms by register

Formal

hall of fame register of heroes canon of greats

Informal

all-stars greatest hits top tier

Literary

assembly of gods celestial court divine hierarchy

Antonyms

obscurity anonymity insignificance commonality mediocrity unimportance

Common collocations

  • roman pantheon
  • greek pantheon
  • national pantheon
  • pantheon of gods
  • pantheon of heroes
  • pantheon of writers
  • pantheon of athletes

Word family

noun pantheon

Usage note

Primarily refers to a temple dedicated to all gods, or a building containing tombs of notable people. It can also refer to a group of highly esteemed individuals in a particular field.

Example sentences

  1. The pantheon in Rome is one of the most famous temples in the world.
  2. The Greek pantheon included gods like Zeus, Athena, and Apollo.
  3. The ancient Egyptians built many pantheons to honor their gods.
  4. The Hindu pantheon includes many deities like Vishnu, Shiva, and Brahma.
  5. The Mayan pantheon includes gods like Kukulkan, Itzamna, and Ixchel.

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