What is another word for danaid?

Pronunciation: [dˈane͡ɪd] (IPA)

The term "danaid" is derived from Greek mythology, particularly from the story of the Danaides, daughters of Danaus who were cursed to endlessly pour water in a leaking container in the underworld as punishment for their actions. The word has come to represent a futile or pointless effort. Synonyms for danaid include Sisyphean, Herculean, fruitless, unavailing, pointless, vain, and labour in vain. These words are commonly used to describe challenges or tasks that seem impossible to overcome or achieve. In essence, they refer to any effort that is unproductive or ineffective despite its intensity or persistence.

Synonyms for Danaid:

What are the hypernyms for Danaid?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Danaid?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for danaid (as nouns)

What are the holonyms for Danaid?

Holonyms are words that denote a whole whose part is denoted by another word.

Usage examples for Danaid

He passed by the silver, the gold, the jewels, with a laugh; and took the captive daughter of the danaid princes, and led her into his tent."
"The Complete Historical Romances of Georg Ebers"
Georg Ebers
"About a month after, we succeeded in surprising the Cheta position, and the Libyan soldiers, among other spoil, brought away the danaid king's only daughter.
"The Complete Historical Romances of Georg Ebers"
Georg Ebers
"She is very like my danaid princess," he said to his wife; "only she is younger and much prettier than she."
"The Complete Historical Romances of Georg Ebers"
Georg Ebers

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