Associations to the word «Dithyramb»

Wiktionary

DITHYRAMB, noun. A choral hymn sung in ancient Athens in honor of the god Dionysus.
DITHYRAMB, noun. A poem or oration in the same style.

Dictionary definition

DITHYRAMB, noun. A wildly enthusiastic speech or piece of writing.
DITHYRAMB, noun. (ancient Greece) a passionate hymn (usually in honor of Dionysus).

Wise words

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