Hades, the Greek god of the underworld, is associated with several epithets that reflect his various roles and attributes. Some notable epithets include "Plouton," meaning "wealth-giver," highlighting his association with the riches found underground, and "Chthonios," which refers to his connection to the earth and the dead. Additionally, he is sometimes called "Aidoneus," emphasizing his role as the ruler of the afterlife. These epithets underscore his dual nature as both a provider and a stern overseer of the underworld.
Odysseus was called many epithets, including wise, loved of Zeus, man of pain, and man of exploits.
son of odysseus
One of Odysseus's epithets is "wily"
The Greek deities didn't have nicknames, but they did have epithets. Some of Persephone's were: As queen of the underworld: Despoina - In Arcadia Hagne - in Messenia Melinoia - as the consort to Hades Melivia Melitodes Aristi chtonia - The best of the underground As a goddess of vegetation: Kore - "the maiden" Kore Soteira - The Savior Maiden in Megalopolis Neotera - the younger; in Eleusis
Zeus, Poseidon and Hades divided the world between them, and this is what Hades got.
Odysseus was called many epithets, including wise, loved of Zeus, man of pain, and man of exploits.
Epithets.
son of odysseus
Epithets
Hades had no surname, but he did have titles and epithets, these include: Pluto (God of Wealth) Zeus Chthonius (Zeus of the Underworld) Theon Chthonius (God of the Underworld) Polysemantor (Ruler of Many) Polydegmon (Host of Many) Polyxenus (Host of Many) Necrodegmon (Receiver of the Dead) Necron Soter (Savior of the Dead) Agesander or Agesilaus (Fetches/Carries Away All People/Men)
One of Odysseus's epithets is "wily"
fair-tressed
Some examples of epithets for girls are: "bright-eyed beauty," "golden-haired maiden," "rose-petal princess," and "silver-tongued songstress."
James Jermyn has written: 'Book of English epithets, literal and figurative' -- subject(s): Accessible book, Epithets, Dictionaries, English language
No, puns are a form of humor or sarcasm using word play; epithets are descriptive terms for someone or something, or an insult. An epithet can take the form of a pun if it's worded as such.
Gray-eyed Athena tends to be the overused example.
Some examples of epithets include "Alexander the Great," "Catherine the Great," "Ivan the Terrible," and "Richard the Lionheart." These are descriptive phrases or nicknames that highlight a specific trait or characteristic of the individual.