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Chthonic

Part of speech: Adjective and Noun

Sense 1: Relating to the underworld or the deities of the underworld.

Example sentence: The ancient Greeks believed that Hades was a chthonic deity who ruled over the realm of the dead.

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Sense 2: Characterized by darkness, mystery, or hidden meaning.

Example sentence: The author's chthonic writing style leaves readers feeling unsettled and intrigued.

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Sense 3: Of or relating to the earth or the earth's surface.

Example sentence: The archaeologists discovered chthonic relics that provided insights into ancient civilizations.

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Sense 4: Pertaining to or emanating from the unconscious mind.

Example sentence: The artist's chthonic paintings reflected the depths of her subconscious thoughts and emotions.

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