hades

noun
UK: /ˈheɪdiːz/
US: /ˈheɪdiːz/

  1. In Greek mythology, the god of the underworld.

    1. Hades ruled the land of the dead. [ ] [ ]
    2. Stories often depict Hades as stern but fair in his judgments of souls. [ ] [ ]

  2. The underworld itself; the realm of the dead.

    1. The hero journeyed to Hades and back. [ ] [ ]
    2. Ancient Greeks feared ending up in the deepest, darkest parts of Hades. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

hell netherworld underworld

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "hades" in English means: In Greek mythology, the god of the underworld., The underworld itself; the realm of the dead..

The phonetic transcription of "hades" is /ˈheɪdiːz/ in British English and /ˈheɪdiːz/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "hades": hell, netherworld, underworld.

Example usage of "hades": "Hades ruled the land of the dead.". More examples on the page.