Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
alcyone
noun
/ælˈsaɪ.əni/
Definition
A term that refers to the brightest star in the constellation of the Pleiades and is often associated with calm and tranquil weather.
Examples
- Alcyone is known as the ‘mother’ of calm winds, often celebrated in poetry.
- The sailors believed that the appearance of Alcyone meant that storms would be absent for a while.
- Legends around Alcyone connect her to the serene and placid qualities of nature.
Meaning
Alcyone is often considered a symbol of peaceful skies and is sometimes linked to mythological themes of tranquility and calmness.
Synonyms
- calmness
- peace
- serenity
