Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
acheron
Noun
/ˈæ.kə.rɒn/
Definition
Acheron is a river in Greek mythology described as a river of sorrow and one of the five rivers of the underworld.
Examples
- In ancient tales, the souls of the deceased would cross the Acheron with the help of Charon, the ferryman.
- The painting’s dark colors and somber themes evoke the feeling of an Acheron-like despair.
Meaning
The term often symbolizes deep grief or emotional pain.
Synonyms
- river of lamentation
- river of woe
- river of sorrow
