Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chthonian
Adjective
/ˈkθoʊniən/
Definition
Relating to deities or spirits of the underworld.
Examples
- The chthonian gods were revered in ancient mythology.
- In literature, chthonian themes often explore the depths of the human psyche.
- Archaeologists uncovered chthonian artifacts from the ancient civilization.
Meaning
Belonging to the underworld or subterranean regions; often used in reference to anything that is earthy or related to the earth, particularly in a mythological context.
Synonyms
- Subterranean
- Underworld
- Infernal
