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Meaning of epic
The primary meaning of the word "epic" is relating to or characteristic of an epic poem, or impressively great or heroic.
Etymology of epic
The word "epic" comes from the Old French word "epique", which is derived from the Latin word "epicus", meaning "of or pertaining to a poet or poetry"
The Latin word "epicus" is itself derived from the Greek word "ἐπικός" (epikos), meaning "of or pertaining to a poet or poetry"
Historically, the word "epic" was used to describe long, narrative poems that told heroic stories, such as Homer's "Iliad" and "Odyssey"
Synonyms
heroic
legendary
mythical
monumental
grand
grandiose
imposing
impressive
awe-inspiring
spectacular
dramatic
sweeping
sprawling
majestic
magnificent
glorious
sublime
extraordinary
remarkable
outstanding
exceptional
breathtaking
staggering
astounding
tremendous
fantastic
phenomenal
incredible
unbelievable
unforgettable
heroic
iconic
larger-than-life
Definitions
- Relating to or characteristic of an epic poem
- * Impressively great or heroic
- * (of a film, book, or other work) having a heroic theme or a grand and sweeping scale
Usage Examples
- The epic poem told the story of a heroic warrior who fought in a great battle
- * The film was an epic romance that spanned decades and continents
- * The company's epic failure was a result of poor management and lack of planning
Antonyms
mundane
ordinary
everyday
routine
unremarkable
unimpressive
insignificant
minor
trivial
petty
slight
small
modest
humble
lowly
inconsequential
forgettable
uneventful
dull
bland
uninspiring
unheroic
non-descript