Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

parnassian

adjective

/pɑːrˈnæs.ɪ.ən/

Definition

Of or relating to Parnassus, a mountain in Greece often associated with poetry and the arts.

Examples

The parnassian quality of his poetry left readers mesmerized.
She approached her art with a parnassian spirit, seeking beauty and depth in every brushstroke.
Parnassian ideals often emphasize technical mastery in poetic forms.

Meaning

Parnassian refers to anything that is lofty, poetic, or artistic, inspired by the mountain Parnassus, which is celebrated in Greek mythology as the home of the Muses.