Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
prosopon
noun
/ˈprɒsəˌpɒn/
Definition
A term used primarily in philosophical and theological contexts to denote ‘mask’ or ‘persona.’ It encapsulates the idea of the individual self or personhood.
Examples
- In ancient Greek theatre, actors wore different ‘prosopons’ to portray various characters.
- Philosophers discuss the concept of ‘prosopon’ to explore the nature of identity and self in a societal context.
Meaning
In ancient Greek, ‘prosopon’ originally referred to the face or mask of a character in a play, symbolizing the outward appearance or role of an individual.
Synonyms
- persona
- character
- identity
- mask
- role
