noun
Antigone
an-TIH-guh-nee
Antigone (noun) means In Greek mythology and tragedy, the daughter of Oedipus who defies a royal decree to bury her brother. Example: “Sophocles' play Antigone explores the conflict between family duty and state law.”
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In Greek mythology and tragedy, the daughter of Oedipus who defies a royal decree to bury her brother.
"Sophocles' play Antigone explores the conflict between family duty and state law."
How to use Antigone
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA tragic heroine from Greek mythology known for defying the king to honour her dead 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.
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