Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
melpomene
noun
/mɛlˈpɒməniː/
Definition
The muse of tragedy in Greek mythology, Melpomene is often depicted with a tragic mask.
Examples
- Many playwrights draw inspiration from Melpomene when creating tragic works.
- In the ancient Greek theater, actors would invoke Melpomene to inspire their performances.
Meaning
Melpomene represents the art of tragedy and is one of the nine Muses, who were the goddesses of the arts and sciences in ancient Greek culture.
Synonyms
- muse
- goddess
