Chthonian

Pronunciation: /ˈθoʊniən/

Definitions of chthonian

adjective relating to the underworld; infernal

Example Sentences

A1 The dark cave was filled with chthonian creatures.

A2 Legends tell of chthonian deities ruling the underworld.

B1 Archaeologists uncovered chthonian artifacts buried deep underground.

B2 The novel explored the concept of chthonian forces shaping the world.

C1 The philosopher discussed the role of chthonian energies in ancient cosmology.

C2 The artist's paintings depicted scenes of chthonian landscapes and beings.

Examples of chthonian in a Sentence

formal The ancient Greeks believed that chthonian deities were associated with the underworld.

informal I heard a rumor that the old mansion is haunted by chthonian spirits.

slang Some people think that chthonian creatures are lurking in the shadows.

figurative The artist's painting depicted a chthonian landscape filled with mysterious creatures.

Grammatical Forms of chthonian

• past tense: chthonianed
• plural: chthonians
• comparative: more chthonian
• superlative: most chthonian
• present tense: chthonians
• future tense: will chthonian
• perfect tense: have chthonianed
• continuous tense: is chthonianing
• singular: chthonian
• positive degree: chthonian
• infinitive: to chthonian
• gerund: chthonianing
• participle: chthonianed

Origin and Evolution of chthonian

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'chthonian' originates from Greek mythology, specifically from the Greek word 'khthonios' meaning 'of the earth'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in Greek mythology to refer to deities or spirits of the underworld, the term 'chthonian' has evolved to also describe anything related to the earth or the underworld in a more general sense.