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Meaning of muses
The primary meaning of the word "muses" refers to the goddesses of inspiration in Greek mythology, or anything that inspires creativity.
Etymology of muses
The word "muses" originates from Greek mythology, where the Muses were the nine daughters of Zeus, each presiding over a different domain of art and science.
The term is derived from the Greek word "mousa", meaning "music", "song", or "poetry", which is also related to the Greek verb "mneia", meaning "memory" or "remembrance".
Synonyms
inspirations
stimuli
motivations
catalysts
sparks
incentives
encouragements
impetuses
goads
prompts
urges
driving forces
motivations
inducements
incitements
provocations
stimuli
motivations
inspirers
motivators
catalysts
sparks
instigators
initiators
activators
energizers
invigorators
revitalizers
refreshers
renewers
regenerators
revivers
animators
enliveners
exhilarators
stimulants
excitants
exhilarants
intoxicants
enchanters
enthrallers
captivators
fascinators
mesmerizers
hypnotizers
spellbinders
beguilers
deceivers
deluders
Definitions
- In Greek mythology, each of the nine Muses is the goddess of a particular art or science, such as Calliope (epic poetry), Clio (history), or Erato (lyric poetry).
- A person or thing that inspires an artist, writer, or musician, especially a woman who is the inspiration for a man's creative work.
- A source of inspiration, especially for a creative person.
Usage Examples
- The poet's muse was the beauty of nature, which inspired him to write about the changing seasons.
- She was his muse, inspiring him to create some of his most beautiful works of art.
- The city's vibrant energy was a muse for many young artists, who found inspiration in its streets and landscapes.
Antonyms
deterrents
hindrances
obstacles
barriers
impediments
blocks
setbacks
disappointments
frustrations
disillusionments
discouragements
depressants
sedatives
tranquilizers
calmatives
soothers
pacifiers
mufflers
silencers
stiflers
suppressors
repressors
inhibitors
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censors
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forbidders
silencers
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