Promethean
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Pro·me·the·an
(prə-mē′thē-ən)adj.
1. Greek Mythology Relating to or suggestive of Prometheus.
2. Boldly creative; defiantly original.
n.
One who is boldy creative or defiantly original in behavior or actions.
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Promethean
(prəˈmiːθɪən)adj
1. (Classical Myth & Legend) of or relating to Prometheus
2. creative, original, or life-enhancing
n
a person who resembles Prometheus
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Pro•me•the•an
(prəˈmi θi ən)adj.
1. of or suggestive of Prometheus.
2. creative; boldly original.
n. 3. a person who resembles Prometheus in spirit or action.
[1580–90]
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Translations
Promethean
adj (liter) → prometheisch (liter)
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