aegis
4 synonyms for aegis, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Protection, support, or sponsorship provided by a powerful person or organization.
Synonyms
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Rare, literary or technical
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How to use aegis
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
under the aegis of
A fairly formal, literary word — mostly seen in writing about institutions, agreements, or historical topics.
Etymology
From Latin aegis, from Greek αἰγίς, originally the mythological shield of Zeus and Athena, made of goatskin and linked to the Greek word for "goat."
Full origin of aegis →Frequently asked questions
What does “aegis” mean?
The word “aegis” means protection, support, or sponsorship provided by a powerful person or organization. In plain terms, protection or backing from someone powerful, often used in the phrase "under the aegis of.".
How do you pronounce “aegis”?
“Aegis” is pronounced EED-zhihs (/ˈiːd͡ʒɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “aegis” in a sentence?
Here is “aegis” used in a sentence: “The research was conducted under the aegis of the national health institute.”
What part of speech is “aegis”?
“Aegis” is a noun.
Where does the word “aegis” come from?
The word “aegis” comes from Latin. From Latin aegis, from Greek αἰγίς, originally the mythological shield of Zeus and Athena, made of goatskin and linked to the Greek word for "goat.".
Is “aegis” a common word?
“Aegis” is an uncommon word in modern English.
Related words
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