hera
Definition
Proper noun 1. Queen of the Olympian gods in ancient Greek mythology: Hera is the goddess of women, marriage, family, and childbirth. She is the sister and wife of Zeus, the king of the gods, and is renowned for her majestic and often jealous nature, particularly in response to Zeus's many infidelities.
Examples of Usage
- Proper noun:
- In the myth, Hera punished the mortal women Zeus loved.
- The temple was dedicated to Hera, the protector of marriage.
- Hera is often depicted with a peacock, her sacred animal.
Advanced Usage
- "The wrath of Hera": Used to describe a powerful, vengeful, and jealous anger, often from a woman scorned.
- After the betrayal, her reaction was likened to the wrath of Hera.
Variants and Related Words
- Heraia (n): Ancient festivals held in honor of Hera, involving athletic competitions for women.
- Heraean (adj): Pertaining to Hera.
- The Heraean Games were an important religious event.
Synonyms
- Juno: The Roman equivalent of Hera.
- In Roman mythology, Juno holds a similar role as Hera.
Related Phrases and Cultural References
- "Junoesque": An adjective (derived from Juno) sometimes used to describe a woman of stately, mature, and imposing beauty, qualities associated with Hera.
- The actress had a Junoesque grace that commanded the stage.
Noun
- queen of the Olympian gods in ancient Greek mythology; sister and wife of Zeus remembered for her jealously of the many mortal women Zeus fell in love with; identified with Roman Juno
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