Chimera

Pronunciation: /kɪˈmɪrə/

Definitions of chimera

noun a mythical monster with parts from multiple animals, often used to describe something that is a mix of different elements

Example Sentences

A1 A chimera is a mythical creature with the head of a lion, body of a goat, and tail of a serpent.

A2 In Greek mythology, a chimera is a fire-breathing monster with the body of a lion, head of a goat, and tail of a serpent.

B1 Scientists have created a genetic chimera by combining cells from two different organisms.

B2 The novel explores the idea of a chimera as a symbol of the protagonist's inner conflict.

C1 The artist's latest sculpture is a stunning chimera that combines elements of various mythological creatures.

C2 The concept of a chimera in literature often represents the blending of different genres and styles to create something new and unique.

Examples of chimera in a Sentence

formal The scientist's research focused on creating a genetic chimera by combining DNA from different species.

informal I heard they're working on some kind of chimera experiment in the lab.

slang That movie was a total chimera - it couldn't decide if it was a comedy or a drama.

figurative The new political party was described as a chimera, with its conflicting ideologies and lack of clear direction.

Grammatical Forms of chimera

• past tense: chimeras
• plural: chimeras
• comparative: more chimeric
• superlative: most chimeric
• present tense: chimera
• future tense: will chimera
• perfect tense: has chimeraed
• continuous tense: is chimeraing
• singular: chimera
• positive degree: chimeric
• infinitive: to chimera
• gerund: chimeraing
• participle: chimeraed

Origin and Evolution of chimera

First Known Use: 1200 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'chimera' originates from Greek mythology, specifically from the creature Chimera, a fire-breathing monster with the body of a lion, the head of a goat arising from its back, and a tail that ended in a snake's head.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'chimera' has evolved to refer to something that is a fanciful or impossible idea, a wild and unrealistic dream, or a hybrid creature composed of different parts.