epic
|ep/ic|
/ˈɛpɪk/
grand narrative
Etymology
'epic' originates from the Latin word 'epicus,' which comes from the Greek word 'epikos,' where 'epos' meant 'word, story, or poem.'
'epikos' transformed into the Latin word 'epicus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'epic.'
Initially, it meant 'a long poem,' but over time it evolved to also mean 'grand or impressive in scale.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a long narrative poem, often written about a hero or heroic deeds.
Homer's 'Iliad' is an ancient Greek epic.
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Adjective 1
relating to or characteristic of an epic or epics.
The movie was an epic tale of adventure and bravery.
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Adjective 2
extremely large or impressive in scale or scope.
The concert was an epic event with thousands of attendees.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35