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eris

/ˈɪr.ɪs/

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noun

C1formalcommonart/ˈɪr.ɪs/

uncountable · proper noun

A proper noun referring to the Greek goddess of discord and strife, who is the sister of Ares.

  • 🇷🇺Имя собственное, относящееся к греческой богине раздора и вражды, сестре Ареса.
  1. Goddess of Discord C1 formal

    In Greek mythology, the goddess who personifies strife, discord, and rivalry, often associated with causing conflicts.

    • Eris was famously known for starting the quarrel among the goddesses that led to the Trojan War.
    • In many myths, Eris is depicted as a troublemaker who delights in chaos.
    • The golden apple of discord was thrown by Eris into the wedding of Peleus and Thetis.

    🇷🇺Богиня раздора

    Synonyms: discordstrife

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