Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hesperia

noun

/hɛˈspɛr.i.ə/

Definition

Hesperia refers to a term used in classical literature, often associated with the western lands, particularly Italy or the western part of the known world in ancient texts.

Examples

In the poetry of ancient Greece, the word hesperia was often used to describe the allure of the western horizon.
The travelers spoke of their longing for hesperia, a paradise they believed awaited them beyond the sunset.

Meaning

The term is often used in a poetic sense, denoting a land of beauty and abundance, often connected to the mythological associations of the evening star and the west.