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10 Language-to-English DictionariesDiogenes
/daɪˈɒdʒɪniːz/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
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An ancient Greek philosopher and one of the most famous figures of the philosophical school of Cynicism.
"Diogenes is often remembered for his witty remarks and unconventional behavior." - 2
A person who lives in a way that is contrary to societal norms, often in pursuit of a simple life.
"In modern discussions, a 'Diogenes' might refer to someone who rejects materialism."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the ancient Greek name Diogenēs, composed of 'dios' meaning 'divine' or 'Zeus' and 'genēs' meaning 'born' or 'descended'. It historically refers to Diogenes of Sinope, the famous ancient Greek philosopher and one of the founders of Cynicism, known for carrying a lantern in broad daylight searching for an honest man.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Diogenes" is said worldwide
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Diogène
Transliteration: Dio-gène
"Diogène est souvent cité pour ses réflexions sur la vie simple."
Diogenes
Transliteration: Diogenes
"Diogenes wird oft als Symbol für die Ablehnung von Materialismus betrachtet."
Diogene
Transliteration: Diogene
"Diogene è noto per il suo stile di vita ascetico."
Diógenes
Transliteration: Diógenes
"Diógenes es famoso por su crítica a la sociedad."
Diógenes
Transliteration: Diógenes
"Diógenes é conhecido por sua filosofia cínica."
डायोज़ेनेस
Transliteration: Dāyōzēnēsa
"डायोज़ेनेस को उसकी सरल जीवनशैली के लिए जाना जाता है।"
第欧根尼
Transliteration: Dì ōu gēn ní
"第欧根尼以其对社会的批判而闻名。"
디오게네스
Transliteration: Diogeuneseu
"디오게네스는 사회의 물질주의를 거부한 인물로 유명하다."
ディオゲネス
Transliteration: Diogenesu
"ディオゲネスはシンプルな生活を追求したことで知られています。"
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