请输入您要查询的英文单词:

 

单词 eiron
释义

Definition of eiron in English:

eiron

noun ˈʌɪrɒn
  • A stock character in ancient Greek comedy characterized by self-depreciation, modesty of speech, and awareness of irony. Hence in extended use: a character of this type. Contrasted with alazon.

Origin

Late 19th century; earliest use found in American Journal Education. From ancient Greek εἴρων person who says less than he or she thinks.

 
 

Definition of eiron in US English:

eiron

nounˈʌɪrɒn
  • A stock character in ancient Greek comedy characterized by self-depreciation, modesty of speech, and awareness of irony. Hence in extended use: a character of this type. Contrasted with alazon.

Origin

Late 19th century; earliest use found in American Journal Education. From ancient Greek εἴρων person who says less than he or she thinks.

 
 
随便看

 

英语词典包含464360条英英释义在线翻译词条,基本涵盖了全部常用单词的英英翻译及用法,是英语学习的有利工具。

 

Copyright © 2004-2022 Newdu.com All Rights Reserved
更新时间:2025/2/5 16:04:59