minerva

/mi'nə:və/

Thân thiện

Minerva holds an owl while standing before a library.

Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • The Roman goddess of wisdom, strategic warfare, arts, and crafts: In Roman mythology, Minerva is the goddess associated with wisdom, strategic warfare, poetry, medicine, commerce, weaving, and the crafts. She is the Roman counterpart of the Greek goddess Athena.

Examples of Usage

• Proper noun:
  • The temple was dedicated to Minerva, the goddess of wisdom.
  • Ancient Roman artisans often sought the inspiration of Minerva for their crafts.

Advanced Usage

• "Minerva's owl": A symbol of wisdom, often used metaphorically.
  • The philosopher's insight was like Minerva's owl, seeing truth in the darkness.

Variants and Related Words

• Athena (Proper noun): The Greek goddess of wisdom and warfare, directly equivalent to Minerva.
• Minervan (Adjective): Pertaining to Minerva or her attributes.
  • The sculpture had a distinctly Minervan quality.

Synonyms

• Goddess of Wisdom: A descriptive synonym.
• Athena: The direct Greek equivalent.

Related Phrases

• Under the aegis of Minerva: Under the protection or inspiration of Minerva (wisdom).
  • The university operated under the aegis of Minerva, valuing knowledge above all.

Học thuật

Noun

1. (Roman mythology) goddess of wisdom; counterpart of Greek Athena

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