jocasta

/dʒɒkæsteɪ/

Definitions

1. proper noun

In Greek mythology, the wife of King Laius and the mother of Oedipus.

“In the play, Jocasta’s tragic fate serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of fate and free will.”

2. noun

A woman whose husband’s or son’s death is caused by her own actions, often unintentionally.

“The tragic story of Jocasta serves as a warning for women who might unknowingly lead their loved ones to their demise.”

Synonyms

  • Artemis
  • Eurydice

Antonyms

  • Eurycleia
  • Nausicaa