odyssey

/əˈdɛsi/

Definitions

1. noun

A long, adventurous journey, especially one that is full of challenges and difficulties.

“The explorer’s odyssey across the desert took months to complete.”

2. noun

A long poem, especially one that tells a story, typically one that is attributed to Homer.

“The epic odyssey of ancient Greek literature is still widely studied today.”

Synonyms

  • adventure
  • journey
  • quest

Antonyms

  • easy
  • simple