gilgames

/ˈɡɪlɡəmeɪʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

A king of the city of Uruk in ancient Sumeria, legendary for his bravery and wisdom, and the central character of the Epic of Gilgamesh.

“The ancient Mesopotamians revered Gilgamesh as a hero and a symbol of their culture.”

Synonyms

  • hero
  • king

Antonyms

  • tyrant
  • villain