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olympian
What does olympian mean?
olympian (adjective): majestic in manner or bearing; superior to mundane matters.
Definition: Princeton WordNet 3.1.
What are synonyms of olympian?
From Princeton WordNet 3.1.
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What does “olympian” mean?
majestic in manner or bearing; superior to mundane matters
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of, pertaining to, or resembling the human voice or speech
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middle; midway; being in the middle of the way or distance
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having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value
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handsome
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dominant
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generous
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majestic
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