Homeric

adjective

hō-ˈmer-ik How to pronounce Homeric (audio)
Definition of Homericnext
as in epic
large and impressive in size, grandeur, extent, or conception the climactic scene of the movie is a pitched battle of Homeric proportions

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  1. epic
  2. magnificent
  3. glorious
  4. majestic
Adjective
  • P!nk is celebrating the end of her epic Summer Carnival tour.
    Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 21 Nov. 2024
  • From epic Westerns to poignant dramas, his use of sound as an integral component of his cinematic storytelling has stirred our emotions and immersed viewers in the worlds he’s created for decades.
    Bryan Antunez, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of epic
Adjective
  • But Branagh, Ashford, and Skilbeck offer no consistent access to the play’s magnificent existential darkness.
    Sara Holdren, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2024
  • That is due, in large part, to people dying and coming back, and so there’s a soap opera quality to it that can be magnificent.
    Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of magnificent
Adjective
  • The revolutionary Giuseppe Garibaldi inspired the fractious kingdoms of the Italian peninsula to merge as a nation by reminding them of a glorious precedent, the Roman Republic.
    Michael Morris, TIME, 27 Nov. 2024
  • The first tragedy is made all the more poignant by the film’s striking opening, in which moments of Callas’ life are intercut with a stark, beautiful image of her singing with glorious power — an image Lachman makes iconic through his stunning black-and-white photography.
    Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 26 Nov. 2024
Definition of glorious
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  • Start by exploring the unique Maldivian underwater world on a dive or snorkel trip to marvel at majestic whale sharks, elegant manta rays, and the vibrant coral reefs that are home to myriad colorful fish.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 27 Nov. 2024
  • Through the years, the church has drawn people because of its majestic space, and the memories of Marquette alumni – many of whom come back for family weddings and other special events.
    Sophie Carson, Journal Sentinel, 26 Nov. 2024
Definition of majestic
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home ports

Homeric

home rule

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“Homeric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Homeric. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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