What does stygian mean?
Stygian means Alternative form of Stygian (“of or relating to the river Styx”)..
Stygian
/ˈstɪd͡ʒ.i.ən/ · adjective
Meaning
Alternative form of Stygian (“of or relating to the river Styx”)..
Definitions by Sense
- Alternative form of Stygian (“of or relating to the river Styx”).
- Infernal or hellish.
- Dark and gloomy.
- (color theory, of a perceived color) Having a luminosity below 0%.
Example Sentences
The things which the Stygian darkness hid from my objective eye […]
Synonyms for stygian
Antonyms for stygian
Related Words
Word Forms
- more stygian
- most stygian
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for stygian?
Common synonyms include helly, subtartarean, Acherontic, infernal.
What is the opposite of stygian?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use stygian in a sentence?
The things which the Stygian darkness hid from my objective eye […]
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