Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Agamemnon
Proper Noun
/ˌæɡ.əˈmɛn.nɒn/
Definition
Agamemnon is a character from Greek mythology known as the king of Mycenae and leader of the Greek forces during the Trojan War.
Examples
- Agamemnon sacrificed his daughter Iphigenia to appease the Goddess Artemis.
- In Homer’s ‘Iliad’, Agamemnon’s conflict with Achilles illustrates the complexities of pride and honor.
- The tragedy ‘Agamemnon’ by Aeschylus explores his return home from the war and the subsequent events that unfold.
Meaning
Agamemnon’s name is often associated with themes of power, betrayal, and the tragic consequences of decision-making in warfare and leadership.
Synonyms
- King of Mycenae
- Leader of the Greeks
- Hero of the Trojan War
