Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anunnaki
Noun
/ˌænʊˈnɑːki/
Definition
The Anunnaki are a group of deities in ancient Mesopotamian cultures, particularly in Sumerian, Akkadian, and Babylonian mythology.
Examples
- The Anunnaki were said to have descended from the heavens in ancient myths.
- Many ancient texts reference the Anunnaki as powerful beings that influenced human civilization.
- In some interpretations, the Anunnaki are regarded as alien visitors in modern conspiracy theories.
Meaning
Often considered to be gods of the underworld, the Anunnaki were believed to govern various aspects of the universe and human life.
Synonyms
- Deities
- Gods
- Divinities
