Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nyx
Noun
/nɪks/
Definition
Nyx is the personification of the night in Greek mythology, often depicted as a powerful and shadowy figure.
Examples
- Nyx was often revered as a primordial deity, embodying the essence of night.
- In various myths, Nyx was said to be the mother of many other deities, including Hypnos (Sleep) and Thanatos (Death).
- The dark sky of the evening is a canvas painted by the presence of Nyx, as it blankets the world in its shadow.
Meaning
The word ‘nyx’ symbolizes darkness, night, and sometimes mystery or hidden aspects of the universe.
Synonyms
- Night
- Darkness
- Twilight
- Dusk
