What does lycanthropy mean?
Lycanthropy means (mythology) The state of being a lycanthrope (or werewolf), a person who can shapeshift between the form of a human being and a wolf, often said to happen involuntarily during a full moon; werewolfdom..
Lycanthropy
/laɪ̯ˈkæn.θɹə.piː/ · noun
Meaning
(mythology) The state of being a lycanthrope (or werewolf), a person who can shapeshift between the form of a human being and a wolf, often said to happen involuntarily during a full moon; werewolfdom..
Definitions by Sense
- (mythology) The state of being a lycanthrope (or werewolf), a person who can shapeshift between the form of a human being and a wolf, often said to happen involuntarily during a full moon; werewolfdom.
- (mythology, by extension) The state of being a person who can shapeshift between the form of a human being and an animal, whether or not it is a wolf.
- A delusion in which one believes oneself to be a wolf or other wild animal.
Example Sentences
On one hand, Jacques is quite glad that he doesn’t have classic lycanthropy. Turning into a squirrel tends to cause fewer problems than turning into a wolf.
Synonyms for lycanthropy
Antonyms for lycanthropy
Related Words
Word Forms
- lycanthropies
- lycanthropia
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for lycanthropy?
Common synonyms include werewolfdom, werewolfism.
What is the opposite of lycanthropy?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use lycanthropy in a sentence?
On one hand, Jacques is quite glad that he doesn’t have classic lycanthropy. Turning into a squirrel tends to cause fewer problems than turning into a wolf.
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