Definition

Relating to or characteristic of the epic journey of Odysseus, often involving adventure, travel, and challenges.

Example

Her odyssean journey across the mountains was filled with unexpected obstacles and discoveries.

Conversation

Have you read that book about the hero's journey?

Yeah, it was quite an odyssean adventure!

I loved how it captured the essence of exploration.

Absolutely, it felt like a real journey through challenges.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Odyssean → It is derived from 'Odysseus' (the name of the hero in Homer's epic poem 'The Odyssey') and the suffix '-ean' (meaning pertaining to or characteristic of). The term 'Odyssean' refers to anything related to or reminiscent of the adventures and experiences of Odysseus, particularly those involving long journeys and trials.

Memory Tip

Think of the adventures of Odysseus in 'The Odyssey' — 'Odyssean' means something that relates to those epic journeys and challenges.

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