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apollonian

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Apollonian (adj) means relating to Apollo, the Greek god.

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1

Relating to Apollo, the Greek god.

2

Relating to Apollonius of Perga, the Greek mathematician.

3

Relating to the ancient city of Apollonia.

4

(physics) Describing a material that returns to its original shape after being stretched or bent.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Formed from Latin Apollō (stem Apollōn-) plus -ian, and from Apollonius or Apollonia plus -an.

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What is the meaning of apollonian?

"apollonian" (adj) means relating to Apollo, the Greek god.

What are the different meanings of apollonian?

"apollonian" has 3 main meanings: 1. Relating to Apollo, the Greek god; 2. Relating to Apollonius of Perga, the Greek mathematician; 3. Relating to the ancient city of Apollonia.

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