Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
antigone
Noun
/ænˈtɪɡəni/
Definition
Antigone is a character from Greek mythology and literature, known as the daughter of Oedipus and Jocasta.
Examples
- In Sophocles’ play, Antigone defies King Creon’s orders to honor her brother.
- The themes of fate and free will are central to Antigone’s story.
- Antigone’s loyalty to her family represents moral conflicts in society.
Meaning
The name Antigone means ‘against birth’ or ‘to be born against’.
Synonyms
- Heroine
- Protagonist
- Tragic figure
