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momus

/ˈməʊ.məs/

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noun

/ˈməʊ.məs/C2formal
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к древнегреческому богу порицания, насмешки и критики, часто изображаемому как фигура, которая находит недостатки в других.

A proper noun referring to the ancient Greek god of blame, mockery, and criticism, often depicted as a figure who finds fault with others.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. God of Blame and MockeryC2formal

    In Greek mythology, the personification of satire, mockery, and censure; a deity who criticized gods and humans.

    ruБог порицания и насмешки

    • Momus was known for finding fault with everything, even the gods.
    • In ancient stories, Momus mocked Hephaestus for not putting windows in the human chest.
    • The playwright was compared to Momus for his sharp, satirical works.

    Synonymsmomos

Forms
  • momuses plural form
  • momuses' possessive plural form
  • momus's possessive singular form