What is another word for Anthemion?

Pronunciation: [anθˈɛmi͡ən] (IPA)

Anthemion is a term often used in art and architecture to refer to decorative motifs that resemble flowers or foliage, typically arranged in a circular or radiating pattern. Some common synonyms for anthemion include palmette, acanthus, rosette, lotus, and volute. These motifs were popular in ancient Greek and Roman art, as well as in later periods such as the Renaissance and Art Nouveau. Today, anthemion motifs continue to be used in a variety of design contexts, from wallpaper and textiles to jewelry and furniture. Whether you call them anthemions, palmettes, or acanthus leaves, these decorative motifs remain a timeless symbol of natural beauty and classical elegance.

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What are the hypernyms for Anthemion?

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

Usage examples for Anthemion

As in particular to Anytus, the son of Anthemion, one who was very fond of him, and invited him to an entertainment which he had prepared for some strangers.
"Plutarch-Lives-of-the-noble-Grecians-and-Romans"
Clough, Arthur Hugh
He considered that the conversation of Sokrates was really a divine instrument for the discipline and education of youth; and thus learning to despise himself, and to admire his friend, charmed with his good nature, and full of reverence for his virtues, he became insensibly in love with him, though not as the world loveth; so that all men were astonished to see him dining with Sokrates, wrestling with him, and sharing his tent, while he treated all his other admirers with harshness and some even with insolence, as in the case of Anytus the son of Anthemion.
"Plutarch's Lives, Volume I (of 4)"
Plutarch

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