briseis

/ˈbraɪsiːs/

Definitions

1. noun

In Greek mythology, the Trojan princess who was given to Achilles as a war prize.

“In Homer’s Iliad, the story of Briseis is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war.”

Synonyms

  • princess
  • trojan

Antonyms

  • conqueror
  • warrior