Zeus (Noun)
Meaning 1
Type genus of the family Zeidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The type genus of the family Zeidae is Zeus, which consists of two species of dories.
- Zeus is used as a synonym for Parazen in some classifications, however the name Zeus is still widely accepted.
- In some cases, species from the genus Zen are sometimes categorized under the genus Zeus.
- Fish from the genus Zeus have a silvery body with golden stripes.
- The dories of the genus Zeus also possess two spines along their anal fin.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
(Greek mythology) the supreme god of ancient Greek mythology; son of Rhea and Cronus whom he dethroned; husband and brother of Hera; brother of Poseidon and Hades; father of many gods; counterpart of Roman Jupiter.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- In Greek mythology, Zeus was known as the king of the gods, residing atop Mount Olympus with his siblings and children.
- The iconic image of Zeus hurling a lightning bolt is a staple of ancient Greek art and architecture.
- According to legend, Zeus was able to overthrow his father Cronus with the help of his siblings and eventually take his place as the ruler of the gods.
- As the brother and husband of Hera, Zeus often found himself in tumultuous relationships, frequently having affairs with mortals and other goddesses.
- In mythology, Zeus' authority was often challenged by other gods and mortals, but he always managed to assert his dominance and maintain his divine power.