EPIC
MEANING 1: (n.) a lengthy narrative poem in an elevated style celebrating the deeds of a mythical hero
EXAMPLE SENTENCES:
- Homer wrote the ancient Greek epic ‘The Odyssey’.
- The medieval writer has written a number of classic epics.
MEANING 2: (n.) an artwork that resembles or is suggestive of an epic
EXAMPLE SENTENCES:
- The Hollywood epic I was watching had a disappointing end.
- This movie is an adaptation of the famous epic of Benhur.
MEANING 3: (n.) events that occur in a series and seem appropriate to an epic
EXAMPLE SENTENCES:
- The epic of Pocahontas is truly beautiful.
- The epic of Cinderella is my favourite among fairytales.
MEANING 4: (adj.) having the characteristics of an epic or related to an epic
EXAMPLE SENTENCES:
- That poem he recited was totally epic.
- He has written a review of Satyajit Ray’s work that is as epic as the topic.
MEANING 5: (adj.) something that is greater than usual in terms of potential or size
EXAMPLE SENTENCES:
- He had an epic capacity for forgiveness.
- She has an epic quality of loving humanity.
MEANING 6: (adj.) anything heroic or courageous
EXAMPLE SENTENCES:
- They launched an epic rescue to save the drowned child.
- I am fond of reading epic tales.
SYNONYMS: August, Grandiose, Glorious
ANTONYMS: Lowly, Modest, Average
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