eros

Meanings

• noun

  In Greek mythology, the personification of love in its physical and sensual aspects.

  - "Eros, the god of love, shot his arrow into the heart of Aphrodite, causing her to fall in love with Ares."
  - "The statue of Eros in the ancient Greek temple was renowned for its beauty and was a popular destination for lovers."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with eros
closes , proses , poses

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Variants

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Eros

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Etymology

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Derived from the ancient Greek word 'eros' meaning 'love'.

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Trivia

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1. Eros was often depicted as blindfolded to symbolize the unpredictability and randomness of love.

2. In some myths, Eros was said to have been born from the blood of Uranus when his father was castrated by his son Cronus.

3. Eros was also known as 'Amor' in Roman mythology.

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Related Concepts

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1. Anteros: In Greek mythology, the god of requited love and retaliatory love.

2. Agape: In Greek philosophy, the unselfish and divine love, contrasting with Eros's physical and sensual love.

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Culture

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Eros is one of the most well-known gods in Greek mythology and has been depicted in various forms of art and literature throughout history. He is often portrayed as a handsome, winged figure with a bow and arrow, symbolizing the power of love and desire.

How to Memorize "eros"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a beautiful, winged figure holding a bow and arrow. Imagine him shooting an arrow into the heart of a couple in love to symbolize the power of Eros.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'eros' with the feeling of love and desire. Think of the passion and longing that comes with being in love.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Eros is the Greek god of love'.

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