aonian
|a-o-ni-an|
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/eɪˈoʊniən/
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/eɪˈəʊniən/
pertaining to the Muses; poetic inspiration
Etymology
'aonian' originates from the place-name 'Aonia' (Greek 'Aōnia'), the region in Boeotia associated with the Muses.
'aonian' entered English via Latin and Medieval usages referring to 'Aonia' and its inhabitants or things pertaining to it; it was adopted in English poetic and literary contexts to denote association with the Muses.
Initially it meant 'of or from Aonia' (a geographical relation), and over time it came to be used more broadly in literary language to mean 'relating to the Muses' or 'poetic/poetically inspired.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
of or relating to Aonia, a region of ancient Greece traditionally associated with the Muses.
The poet journeyed to the aonian hills seeking the counsel of the Muses.
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Adjective 2
relating to the Muses or to poetic inspiration; poetic in tone or origin.
Her verses had an aonian quality that recalled ancient songs.
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Last updated: 2025/09/13 19:48