Olympian
6 synonyms and 1 antonym for Olympian, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Godlike, majestic, or far above ordinary human concerns — originally describing the gods said to live on Mount Olympus.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use Olympian
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a former olympian
olympian calm
olympian heights
Etymology
From Latin Olympius, ultimately from Greek Olympos, "Mount Olympus."
Full origin of Olympian →Frequently asked questions
What does “Olympian” mean?
The word “Olympian” means godlike, majestic, or far above ordinary human concerns — originally describing the gods said to live on Mount Olympus. In plain terms, someone who competed in the Olympics, or (as an adjective) something god-like and above ordinary concerns.
How do you pronounce “Olympian”?
“Olympian” is pronounced uh-LIHM-pih-uhn (/əˈlɪm.pi.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Olympian” in a sentence?
Here is “Olympian” used in a sentence: “He addressed the crowd with an almost olympian calm.”
What part of speech is “Olympian”?
Depending on how it is used, “Olympian” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “Olympian” come from?
The word “Olympian” comes from Latin. From Latin Olympius, ultimately from Greek Olympos, "Mount Olympus.".
Is “Olympian” a common word?
“Olympian” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Olympian” have?
“Olympian” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: godlike, majestic, or far above ordinary human concerns — originally describing the gods said to live on Mount Olympus.
