Vocab List 5: Greek Mythology

Odyssey

A long, adventurous, or epic journey

Jovial

Cheerful and friendly; good-humored

Panic

To feel sudden, uncontrollable fear or anxiety

Narcissistic

Having an excessive interest in oneself and one's physical appearance

Muse

A person or personified force who is the source of inspiration for a creative artist

Mentor

An experienced and trusted adviser or guide

Siren

A device that makes a loud, prolonged, penetrating sound

Titanic

Of exceptional strength, size, or power

Myrmidon

A loyal follower, especially a subordinate who executes orders unquestioningly

Aegis

The protection, backing, or support of a particular person or organization

Jove (in Greek Mythology)

The Roman god of the sky and thunder (equivalent to Zeus), associated with a cheerful disposition.

Pan (in Greek Mythology)

The god of the wild, famous for causing sudden, irrational fear in people.

Myrmidons (in Greek Mythology)

A group of fierce, loyal Greek warriors who followed Achilles in the Trojan War.

Odysseus (in Greek Mythology)

The Greek hero famous for his long and difficult journey home after the Trojan War.

Titans (in Greek Mythology)

A race of powerful giant deities who ruled before the Olympian gods.

Narcissus (in Greek Mythology)

A beautiful youth who fell in love with and died gazing at his own reflection.

Sirens (in Greek Mythology)

Dangerous female creatures who lured sailors to their death with seductive singing.

Mentor (in Greek Mythology)

A loyal friend of Odysseus who advised his son, Telemachus.

Muses (in Greek Mythology)

Nine Greek goddesses who presided over the arts and sciences, serving as the source of inspiration.

Aegis (in Greek Mythology)

A shield or breastplate carried by Zeus or Athena, symbolizing divine protection.