Promethean

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Pro·me·the·an (pr

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adj.

1. Greek Mythology Relating to or suggestive of Prometheus.

2. Boldly creative; defiantly original.

One who is boldy creative or defiantly original in behavior or actions.

Promethean [prəˈmiːθɪən]

adj

1. (Myth & Legend / Classical Myth & Legend) of or relating to Prometheus

2. creative, original, or life-enhancing

a person who resembles Prometheus

Translations

Promethean

adj (liter) → prometheisch (liter)

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