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olympian

/əˈlɪm.pi.ən/

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adjective

/əˈlɪm.pi.ən/C2formalsport
  • ruОписывает нечто величественное, богоподобное или свойственное богам с горы Олимп; часто используется для обозначения высшего совершенства или величия.

Describes something that is majestic, godlike, or characteristic of the gods of Mount Olympus; often used to denote supreme excellence or grandeur.

  1. Majestic or superiorC1formal

    Having a majestic, godlike, or superior manner or bearing; above ordinary or mundane concerns.

    ruВеличественный

    • The professor spoke with an Olympian calmness about the crisis.
    • Her Olympian detachment made her seem untouchable.
    • He maintained an Olympian indifference to the petty gossip.

    Synonymsaugustelevatedexaltedgodlikegrandloftymajesticsublimesuperiortranscendent

    Antonymsbasecommonhumbleinferiorlowlyordinaryunassuming

  2. Extraordinary in scaleC1formal

    Far beyond what is usual in magnitude, degree, or quality; immense or supreme.

    ruГрандиозный

    • The project required an Olympian effort from the entire team.
    • She achieved an Olympian level of success in her field.
    • The storm caused Olympian damage across the region.

    Synonymscolossalenormousgiganticimmensemammothmonumentalprodigiousstupendoustremendousvast

Forms
  • more olympian comparative form
  • most olympian superlative form

noun

/əˈlɪm.pi.ən/B2formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее участника или соревнующегося в Олимпийских играх, или человека с исключительными достижениями или статусом в определённой области.

A noun referring to a participant or competitor in the Olympic Games, or a person of exceptional achievement or stature in a particular field.

  1. Athlete in the Olympic GamesB1formalsport

    An athlete who competes in the Olympic Games.

    ruОлимпиец

    • She became an Olympian after winning the gold medal.
    • Many Olympians train for years to reach the games.
    • The Olympian broke the world record in the 100-meter dash.
  2. A person of great achievementC1formal

    A person who is exceptionally accomplished or distinguished in their field.

    ruТитан

    • He is an Olympian in the world of science.
    • The artist was considered an Olympian of modern painting.
    • She is an Olympian among writers, with numerous awards.

    Synonymsgianticonlegendluminarymastertitan

Forms
  • olympians plural form
  • olympians' possessive plural form
  • olympian's possessive singular form