Antigone
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Noun — In Greek mythology and tragedy, the daughter of Oedipus who defies a royal decree to bury her brother.
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Etymology
From Greek Antigonē, the mythological figure's name.
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What does “Antigone” mean?
The word “Antigone” means in Greek mythology and tragedy, the daughter of Oedipus who defies a royal decree to bury her brother. In plain terms, a tragic heroine from Greek mythology known for defying the king to honour her dead brother.
How do you pronounce “Antigone”?
“Antigone” is pronounced an-TIH-guh-nee (/ænˈtɪ.ɡə.ni/ in IPA).
How do you use “Antigone” in a sentence?
Here is “Antigone” used in a sentence: “Sophocles' play Antigone explores the conflict between family duty and state law.”
What part of speech is “Antigone”?
“Antigone” is a noun.
Where does the word “Antigone” come from?
The word “Antigone” comes from Greek. From Greek Antigonē, the mythological figure's name.
