Megaera

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One of three goddesses from Greek myth who punish people for breaking marriage vows

proper noun

Literature

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In ancient tales, Megaera was dreaded as the punisher of marital betrayal.

Examples

According to myth, Megaera was relentless in pursuing those who broke their marriage vows.
The painting in the museum depicts Megaera unleashing her wrath on a faithless husband.
Don't Megaera!
In Greek mythology, Megaera is known as the Fury of jealousy.
According to myth, Megaera was relentless in pursuing those who broke their marriage vows.
In ancient tales, Megaera was dreaded as the punisher of marital betrayal.
The painting in the museum depicts Megaera unleashing her wrath on a faithless husband.

Synonyms

Fury

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Literature

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One of three terrible goddesses with snakes for hair who chase and punish serious criminals

focuses on punishing marital unfaithfulness rather than general crimes

Erinys

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Literature

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A spirit in Greek myth that punishes people who do bad things

is the one focused on punishing unfaithfulness in marriage

Surface Forms

Megaera main

Etymology

Megaera is the name of one of the three Greek Furies who punish crimes like marital betrayal. A helpful way to remember her name is to notice mega-, as in megabyte, which means 'large' or 'great', so imagine a 'great' and powerful spirit of anger who chases those who break their vows.