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Achilles
uh-KIH-leez
Achilles (name) means the greatest warrior on the Greek side in Homer's Iliad, famous for his near-invulnerability except for his heel. Example: “Like Achilles, the champion seemed unbeatable until his one weakness was found.”
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The greatest warrior on the Greek side in Homer's Iliad, famous for his near-invulnerability except for his heel.
"Like Achilles, the champion seemed unbeatable until his one weakness was found."
How to use Achilles
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBest known today through the phrase "Achilles' heel," meaning someone's one weak point.
Common pairings
Achilles' heel
Achilles tendon
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Etymology
From the Ancient Greek name Akhilleus, of uncertain origin, borrowed into Latin as Achilles.
Rhymes for Achilles
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What does “Achilles” mean?
The word “Achilles” means the greatest warrior on the Greek side in Homer's Iliad, famous for his near-invulnerability except for his heel. In plain terms, best known today through the phrase "Achilles' heel," meaning someone's one weak point.
How do you pronounce “Achilles”?
“Achilles” is pronounced uh-KIH-leez (/əˈkɪliːz/ in IPA).
How do you use “Achilles” in a sentence?
Here is “Achilles” used in a sentence: “Like Achilles, the champion seemed unbeatable until his one weakness was found.”
What part of speech is “Achilles”?
“Achilles” is a name.
Where does the word “Achilles” come from?
The word “Achilles” comes from Ancient Greek. From the Ancient Greek name Akhilleus, of uncertain origin, borrowed into Latin as Achilles.
Is “Achilles” a common word?
“Achilles” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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