ariadne

/ˌærɪˈædniː/

Definitions

1. proper noun

a woman in Greek mythology, daughter of King Minos and Queen Pasiphae, who helped Theseus navigate the Labyrinth by providing him with a thread.

“In the myth of the Minotaur, Ariadne played a crucial role in helping Theseus escape the Labyrinth.”

2. noun

a thread or string used for navigation, especially in a difficult or confusing situation.

“The Ariadne’s thread helped us navigate through the complex project timeline.”

3. proper adjective

relating to or characteristic of Ariadne or her thread.

“The Ariadne’s thread approach to problem-solving has been very effective in our team.”

Synonyms

  • route
  • thread

Antonyms

  • dead-end
  • impasse