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odyssey

 

[ หˆษ’d.ษช.seษช ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

epic journey

An odyssey is a long and eventful journey, often involving numerous adventures and challenges. The term originates from Homer's ancient Greek epic poem, the 'Odyssey,' which narrates the adventures of Odysseus as he attempts to return home after the Trojan War.

Synonyms

adventure, expedition, journey, quest, travel

Examples of usage

  • The explorer's odyssey through the Amazon rainforest was fraught with dangers.
  • Her career has been a fascinating odyssey of discovery and achievement.
  • Every backpacking trip feels like an odyssey filled with unexpected encounters.
  • He embarked on an odyssey to find the lost city of Atlantis.

Translations

Translations of the word "odyssey" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น odissรฉia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคนเคพเค•เคพเคตเฅเคฏ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Odyssee

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ odisei

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะดั–ััะตั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ odysa

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ชใƒ‡ใƒฅใƒƒใ‚ปใ‚คใ‚ข

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท odyssรฉe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ odisea

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท odysse

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์˜ค๋””์„ธ์ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃูˆุฏูŠุณุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ odyssea

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ odyssea

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฅฅๅพท่ต›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ odiseja

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รณdyssean

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพะดะธััะตั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ“แƒ˜แƒกแƒ”แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ odise

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ odisea

Etymology

The word 'odyssey' comes from the ancient Greek term 'Odyssea', which refers specifically to the epic poem attributed to Homer. This tale chronicles the long and arduous journey of Odysseus, the hero of the Trojan War, as described in literature. Over time, the term 'odyssey' has evolved to refer not only to the specific story of Odysseus but also to any grand adventure or journey filled with challenges. The imaginative nature of Homer's work has left a profound impact on Western literature, and the term now encapsulates experiences that are rich in exploration, discovery, and personal growth. The odyssey has become a metaphor for any long and transformative journey, often reflecting the struggles, triumphs, and the inevitable return home.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,572, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.