delphian

• Qui se rapporte à l'oracle d'Apollon à Delphes dans la Grèce antique ; par extension, se dit de quelque chose d'obscur, d'ambigu ou de prophétique.

Relating to the ancient Greek oracle at Delphi; figuratively, describing something that is obscure, ambiguous, or oracular in nature.

1. Relating to Delphi or its oracleC1formal

   Of or pertaining to the ancient Greek city of Delphi, especially its famous oracle of Apollo.

   Relatif à Delphes

   • The Delphian oracle was consulted by leaders from across the ancient world.
   • Delphian prophecies were often ambiguous and open to interpretation.
   • The Delphian sanctuary was considered the center of the world in Greek mythology.

   Synonymesdelphic