What is another word for theban?

Pronunciation: [θˈɛbən] (IPA)

The word Theban refers to something or someone from the ancient Greek city of Thebes. Some synonyms for Theban include Thebanese, Thebanian, and Thebanic. These terms can be used interchangeably to describe the same thing, such as an artifact or a historical figure from Thebes. Alternatively, one can use the adjective Theban to describe something that is characteristic of or relates to Thebes. In this case, synonyms for Theban might include Thebanesque, Thebanic, or Thebanian. These words can be handy for writers or speakers who want to add variety to their language or avoid repetitiveness.

Synonyms for Theban:

What are the hypernyms for Theban?

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

What are the hyponyms for Theban?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

What are the holonyms for Theban?

Holonyms are words that denote a whole whose part is denoted by another word.
  • holonyms for theban (as nouns)

Usage examples for Theban

Opposite to him stands the patron-saint of Solothurn,-St. Ursus, a hero of the theban legend,-dressed from head to foot in a suit of magnificently painted armour.
"Holbein"
Beatrice Fortescue
10,000 B.C. Ascension of Bytis, the theban, 1st Priest King....
"Theological Essays"
Charles Bradlaugh
To the right commence frescoes illustrating incidents in the life of St. Ranieri, the patron saint of Pisa, by Andrea da Firenzi, 1377. Those beyond the second door illustrate the temptations and miracles of hermits in the theban wilderness, by the Lorenzetti.
"The South of France--East Half"
Charles Bertram Black

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