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antigone

/ænˈtɪɡ.ə.ni/

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noun

/ænˈtɪɡ.ə.ni/C1formal
  • ruИмя собственное из греческой мифологии, относящееся к дочери царя Эдипа, известной своим неповиновением приказам отца, что привело к её осуждению на смерть.

A proper noun from Greek mythology referring to the daughter of King Oedipus, known for her defiance of her father's orders, which led to her being condemned to death.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Greek mythological figureC1formal

    In Greek mythology, the daughter of King Oedipus who defied her uncle Creon's decree and was sentenced to death for burying her brother Polynices.

    ruАнтигона

    • Antigone's story is a classic example of civil disobedience.
    • In Sophocles' play, Antigone chooses to honor her brother over obeying the state.
    • The tragedy of Antigone explores themes of loyalty and justice.
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