manticore

/mænˈtɪkər/

Definitions

1. noun

A mythical creature with the body of a lion, the head of an eagle, and a tail of a scorpion; also, something that inspires prophetic or mystical insight.

“The artist claimed to have received a manticore’s vision for his next project.”

Synonyms

  • chimerical being
  • monster
  • mythical creature

Antonyms

  • realistic
  • tangible