enkidu

/ɛŋˈkiːduː/

Definitions

1. noun

In Mesopotamian mythology, a wild man created by the gods to balance out the power of Gilgamesh, king of Uruk.

“Enkidu’s friendship with Gilgamesh is a pivotal moment in their shared epic tale.”

Synonyms

  • mythical figure
  • wildman

Antonyms

  • civilized person
  • hero