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Muse (Noun)

Meaning 1

The source of an artist's inspiration; "Euterpe was his muse".

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Examples

  • The ancient Greek gods were often seen as muses for artists and writers, inspiring their creative works.
  • The landscape of the Italian countryside was her muse, influencing the colors and themes in her paintings.
  • He credited his grandmother as his muse, drawing inspiration from her stories and experiences.
  • The city's vibrant music scene was his muse, fueling the lyrics and rhythms of his songs.
  • Nature had long been her muse, providing endless inspiration for her poetry and photography.

Hypernyms

  • Seed
  • Germ

Related Words

  • Muse (verb)

Meaning 2

In ancient Greek mythology any of 9 daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne; protector of an art or science.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • The poet's muse was the Greek goddess Calliope, who inspired him to write beautiful verses.
  • In ancient Greece, the Muses were believed to be the source of all artistic and intellectual inspiration.
  • The artist's muse was a mysterious woman who appeared in his dreams and guided his brushstrokes.
  • The scientist's muse was the natural world, which inspired her to make groundbreaking discoveries.
  • The writer's muse was the city itself, with its vibrant streets and eclectic characters.
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