idyls

Meanings

• noun

  A picture-esque representation of rural life or scenes in poetry, painting, or literature.

  - "The idyls of the countryside were a source of inspiration for many artists."
  - "In the idyls of ancient Greece, shepherds lived in harmony with nature."

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Variants

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idyl , idyll , idylls , idyls

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'idylle' meaning 'rustic picture' or 'pastoral poem'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'idyl' was also used in ancient Greece to refer to a short, self-contained poem or narrative.

2. The Roman poet Virgil is famous for his pastoral idyls, which celebrated the simple pleasures of rural life.

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Related Concepts

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1. pastoral poetry: A genre of poetry that celebrates rural life and the beauty of nature, often using the idyl as a setting.

2. pastoral art: A style of art that depicts rural scenes and the idyls of country life, often with a focus on the beauty of nature and the simplicity of rural life.

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Culture

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The concept of idyls has been used extensively in literature and art, particularly in the genre of pastoral poetry and painting. It represents an idealized vision of rural life and nature, often depicting scenes of peace and tranquility.

How to Memorize "idyls"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a peaceful scene in the countryside, with rolling hills, a clear lake, and shepherds tending to their flocks.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'idyls' with the peaceful, pastoral scenes of rural life.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Idyllic Idylls In Inspiring Idyls' to remember the definition of idyls.

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