Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nostos
noun
/ˈnɒs.tɒs/
Definition
A term from Greek literature referring to the theme of homecoming, particularly the return of heroes after a long journey, often used in epic poetry.
Examples
- The hero’s nostos from the war was celebrated in countless songs and stories.
- The novel beautifully captures the nostos of expatriates yearning for their homeland.
Meaning
Nostos is related to the emotional journey and experience of returning home, evoking feelings of nostalgia and belonging.
Synonyms
- homecoming
- return
- reunion
