Definitions

1. noun

In Greek mythology, a river in the underworld that ferried souls to the afterlife.

“Hades ruled over the underworld, where the river Styx played a significant role in determining the fate of souls.”

2. noun

A place or state of great pain, distress, or difficulty.

“The patient was in a world of styx after undergoing the painful surgery.”

3. noun

A deep or obscure knowledge.

“He possessed a styx of knowledge about the ancient civilizations.”

4. verb

To cause great pain or distress to someone.

“The news of the accident styx her heart when she heard about her friend’s condition.”