astraea

/æstrɪˈiːə/

Definitions

1. noun

In Greek mythology, Astraea is the goddess of justice and innocence.

“The artist depicted Astraea, the goddess of justice, in her statue.”

2. noun

In poetry, astraea refers to a personification of justice or innocence, especially in a moral or philosophical context.

“The poet wrote about astraea, the embodiment of virtue and righteousness.”

3. proper noun

The name of a hypothetical planet, often associated with a lost planet in the solar system.

“Astraea is sometimes mentioned in science fiction as a long-lost planet in the solar system.”

Synonyms

  • dike
  • justitia

Antonyms

  • injustice
  • tyranny