Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Tiresias
noun
tih-REE-see-uhs
Definition
A blind prophet of Apollo in Thebes, Tiresias is a figure from Greek mythology who appears in various literary works.
Examples
- Tiresias advised Oedipus regarding the fate of Thebes.
- In Sophocles’ works, Tiresias serves as a crucial character providing insight to the protagonists.
Meaning
Tiresias is often depicted as a wise sage, possessing the gift of foresight and the ability to see the truth despite his blindness.
Synonyms
- Seer
- Prophet
- Oracle
