olympian

• Décrit quelque chose de majestueux, divin ou digne des dieux de l'Olympe ; souvent utilisé pour évoquer un degré suprême de perfection ou de grandeur.

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.

   olympien (sens figuré)

   • 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.

   Synonymesaugustelevatedexaltedgodlikegrandloftymajesticsublimesuperiortranscendent

   Antonymesbasecommonhumbleinferiorlowlyordinaryunassuming

2. Extraordinary in scaleC1formal

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

   démesuré

   • 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.

   Synonymescolossalenormousgiganticimmensemammothmonumentalprodigiousstupendoustremendousvast

• Nom désignant une personne qui participe aux Jeux Olympiques, ou par extension une personne aux réalisations ou au statut exceptionnels dans un domaine donné.

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.

   Athlète participant aux Jeux Olympiques

   • 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.

   Personne accomplie

   • 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.

   Synonymesgianticonlegendluminarymastertitan