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Eumenides

[ juːˈmɛnɪˌdiːz ]

Noun

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Greek mythology

The Eumenides were ancient Greek deities of vengeance. They were often considered to be the personification of the anger and vengeance of the gods. The Eumenides were typically depicted as three female figures who pursued and punished those who had committed crimes, especially crimes within the family.

Synonyms

Erinyes, Furies.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
Eumenides	This word is often used in a more positive or neutral context, especially in literary or historical discussions, when referring to the kind, benevolent aspects of these deities. In classical literature, the Eumenides were often invoked to bless and protect the righteous. The Eumenides were celebrated in festivals for their role in maintaining justice and harmony.
Furies	This word is used in English literature and everyday language to describe fierce, vengeful spirits. It often has a more negative connotation and can be used metaphorically to describe intense rage. The character was driven mad by the Furies and their relentless pursuit of vengeance. Her anger was like the wrath of the Furies, unstoppable and terrifying.
Erinyes	This term is typically used in a more neutral or scholarly context when discussing Greek mythology, emphasizing their origin and specific roles within myths. The Erinyes pursued Orestes relentlessly after he avenged his father’s death. According to mythology, the Erinyes were born from the blood of Uranus.

Word

Description / Examples

Eumenides

This word is often used in a more positive or neutral context, especially in literary or historical discussions, when referring to the kind, benevolent aspects of these deities.

In classical literature, the Eumenides were often invoked to bless and protect the righteous.
The Eumenides were celebrated in festivals for their role in maintaining justice and harmony.

Furies

This word is used in English literature and everyday language to describe fierce, vengeful spirits. It often has a more negative connotation and can be used metaphorically to describe intense rage.

The character was driven mad by the Furies and their relentless pursuit of vengeance.
Her anger was like the wrath of the Furies, unstoppable and terrifying.

Erinyes

This term is typically used in a more neutral or scholarly context when discussing Greek mythology, emphasizing their origin and specific roles within myths.

The Erinyes pursued Orestes relentlessly after he avenged his father’s death.
According to mythology, the Erinyes were born from the blood of Uranus.

Examples of usage

The Eumenides were feared by those who had wronged others.
According to Greek mythology, the Eumenides were relentless in their pursuit of justice.

Translations

Translations of the word "Eumenides" in other languages:

🇵🇹 Euménides

🇮🇳 यूमेनिडीज़

🇩🇪 Eumeniden

🇮🇩 Eumenides

🇺🇦 Евменіди

🇵🇱 Eumenidy

🇯🇵 エウメニデス

🇫🇷 Érinyes

🇪🇸 Erinias

🇹🇷 Eumenidler

🇰🇷 에우메니데스

🇸🇦 إيرينيس

🇨🇿 Eumenidy

🇸🇰 Eumenidy

🇨🇳 复仇女神

🇸🇮 Eumenide

🇮🇸 Eumenides

🇰🇿 Евменидтер

🇬🇪 ეუმენიდები

🇦🇿 Eumenidlər

🇲🇽 Erinias

Etymology

The Eumenides, also known as the Furies or Erinyes, have a long history in Greek mythology. They were believed to be the daughters of Gaea, the Earth goddess, and were born from the blood of Uranus, the sky god, after he was castrated by his son Cronus. The Eumenides were often invoked in ancient Greek society to bring justice and retribution upon wrongdoers. Their name, which means 'the Kindly Ones' in Greek, is somewhat ironic given their role in punishing those who had committed crimes.