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Admetus

/ædˈmiːtəs/

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Rare

Meaning

Unmarried or unwedded, though interpreted contextually as 'man without a wife' or 'chaste'.

Represents loyalty, sacrifice, and the triumph of love and friendship over death, particularly through the myth where Apollo serves him and Heracles rescues his wife from the underworld.

Symbolism

Embodies themes of redemption, divine favor, and the power of true companionship; symbolizes resilience and the value of human life.

Etymology: Derived from Ancient Greek Ἄδμητος (Admētos), possibly linked to the prefix 'a-' (without) and 'mede' (marriage or union), though etymological roots are not definitively established. The name is primarily known through mythological usage rather than linguistic derivation.

Style & Origin

traditional

literary

ancient

Cultural Background

Of Greek origin, Admetus appears in ancient mythology as a king of Thessaly known for his virtue and

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