What is another word for Saturnian?

Pronunciation: [satˈɜːni͡ən] (IPA)

Saturnian is an adjective that is often used to describe something related to the planet Saturn. However, there are several synonyms available that could effectively replace this word, depending on the context. For example, the adjective "Saturnine" is often used to describe someone who is gloomy or melancholic. Similarly, "Cronian" is another synonym, which emphasizes the connection between Saturn and the ancient Greek mythological figure "Cronus." Other synonyms for Saturnian include "Lunar," "Celestial," or "Starry." Additionally, "Planetary" and "Astrological" could be used to describe anything related to Saturn that is not necessarily associated with a specific planet.

What are the hypernyms for Saturnian?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Saturnian

The popular maxims and precepts preserved by the old agricultural writers and afterwards embodied by Virgil in his Georgics, were handed down from generation to generation in the Saturnian rhythm.
"The Roman Poets of the Republic"
W. Y. Sellar
But, in their hands, these became characterised by a slower, more stately, and regular movement, not only differing widely from the ring of the native Saturnian rhythm, but also, with every improvement in poetic accomplishment, receding further and further from the freedom and variety of the Greek measures.
"The Roman Poets of the Republic"
W. Y. Sellar
They were Saturnian moon-stones, softly shining white jewels whose brilliance waxed and waned in perfect periodic rhythm.
"The World with a Thousand Moons"
Edmond Hamilton

Famous quotes with Saturnian

  • That night two lovers whispering under the lead canopy of the church were killed by their own passion. Their effusion of words, unable to escape through the Saturnian discipline of lead, so filled the spaces of the loft that the air was all driven away. The lovers suffocated, but when the sacristan opened the tiny door the worlds tumbled him over in their desire to be free, and were seen flying across the city in the shape of doves. (p.13)
    Jeanette Winterson

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