What is another word for Polyphemus?

Pronunciation: [pˌɒlɪfˈɛməs] (IPA)

Polyphemus is a name that has been used for various purposes, including as a character in Greek mythology. If you are searching for synonyms for this name, there are many options that could suit your needs. Some of the synonyms for Polyphemus include: One-eyed giant, Cyclops, Giant of the sea, Cyclopean monster, and Monster with one eye. You could also use other similar terms such as Mythological creature, Fictional character, and Greek mythological figure. These synonyms may be useful if you are writing a story, playing a game, or simply curious to explore more of this fascinating world of mythology and legend.

Synonyms for Polyphemus:

What are the hypernyms for Polyphemus?

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

    cyclops, Gigantic humanoid, Greek Mythological Character, One-eyed giant, Son of Poseidon, Thoosa, mythological figure.

Usage examples for Polyphemus

From a scenic point of view, "The Hay Wain" is dull compared with "Ulysses Deriding Polyphemus," and knowledge of art history is not so widely diffused as to give to "The Hay Wain" the interest it should command as a pioneer picture in modern landscape.
"Constable"
C. Lewis Hind
And when he arrives under the roof of Polyphemus, and makes inquiry about his host, and particularly upon what he fed; he is told, that the Cyclops above all things esteemed the flesh of strangers.
"A New System; or, an Analysis of Antient Mythology. Volume II. (of VI.)"
Jacob Bryant
1. Pastor Polyphemus of Virgil.
"A New System; or, an Analysis of Antient Mythology. Volume II. (of VI.)"
Jacob Bryant

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