eudemon

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A kind spirit from ancient Greek belief that protects people

noun
/juˈdimon/

Archaic

: eudemonio

In ancient Greece, a eudemon was often seen as a guardian spirit.

Examples

She hoped a eudemon would protect her on her journey.
The philosopher believed that a eudemon watched over every virtuous soul.
In ancient Greece, a eudemon was thought to guide individuals with kindness.
A eudemon brings good fortune.
In ancient Greece, a eudemon was thought to guide individuals with kindness.
The philosopher believed that a eudemon watched over every virtuous soul.
She hoped a eudemon would protect her on her journey.

Synonyms

good spirit

vseudemon

Literature

4 7.8

A kind spirit that protects people and brings good luck

is the same but tied specifically to ancient Greek philosophy and mythology

daimon

vseudemon

Literature

1 9.9

An inner voice that guides a person's choices

refers to a benevolent and protective supernatural being rather than a general guiding force

daimonion

vseudemon

Formal

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An inner voice that guides a person in ancient Greek thought

focuses on being benevolent and helpful rather than only an inner guide

Antonyms

cacodemon

Archaic

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An evil spirit that haunts people in stories

Surface Forms

eudemon singular

eudemons plural

Etymology

Eudemon comes from Greek parts eu- meaning 'good' and daimon meaning 'spirit' or 'guardian'. So an eudemon is literally a 'good spirit' that watches over and guides a person.