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chthonian

 

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Adjective chthonian has 1 sense
  1. chthonian, chthonic, lower, nether - of the underworld; "nether regions"
    Antonym: supernal (indirect, via infernal)

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Term: Chthonian

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sense 1: Relating to the underworld or the gods and spirits residing there.

Example Sentence (Adjective): The chthonian deities were worshiped by the ancient Greeks as earth gods.

Example Sentence (Noun): Hades and Persephone are considered chthonians in Greek mythology.

Sense 2: Referring to something buried underground or associated with the earth.

Example Sentence (Adjective): The archaeologist discovered a chthonian burial chamber containing ancient artifacts.

Example Sentence (Noun): The sculpture was inspired by chthonian motifs, displaying roots and the interconnectedness of nature.

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