Greek Monsters Word Search
Greek Monsters, as a word search. 12 words drawn from the gods, heroes, and creatures of a mythology sit hidden in a 15×15 letter grid, running in every direction. Drag across a word to claim it, and clear the board to finish.
Words to find: CHIMERA, HARPY, MINOTAUR, CYCLOPS, GORGON, HYDRA, GRIFFIN, SATYR, CENTAUR, SPHINX, TYPHON, CERBERUS.
Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.
Greek Monsters word list, defined
- CHIMERA /kaɪˈmɪərə/ — /kaɪˈmɛrə/ · noun
- A thing that is hopelessly desired or pursued but is illusory or impossible to achieve; more broadly, an illusion or fabrication of the mind. In biology, a chimera is an organism composed of cells from genetically distinct individuals. Related: illusion, fantasy, delusion, mirage.
- HARPY /ˈhɑːrpi/ · noun
- A mythological creature with the body of a bird and the face of a woman, often depicted as a monster or a symbol of violence. In modern usage, a harpy can also refer to a person who is perceived as being cruel or violent. Related: vixen, hag, femme fatale, siren.
- MINOTAUR /mɪˈnɒtɔːr/ · noun
- A creature from Greek mythology with the body of a man and the head and horns of a bull, often associated with the Labyrinth and the Minotaur's labyrinthine path. Related: monster, beast, creature, hybrid.
- CYCLOPS /ˈsaɪklɒps/ · noun
- In Greek mythology, a Cyclops is one of a race of one-eyed giants, including Polyphemus, who imprisoned Odysseus and his men in his cave. In modern usage, the word can also describe any person or creature with a single central eye. Related: giant, monster, ogre, behemoth.
- GORGON /ˈɡɔːɡən/ · noun
- A mythological creature in Greek legend, typically depicted as a woman with snakes for hair, often associated with horror and terror. In modern usage, a gorgon can also refer to a person or thing that inspires fear or awe. Related: monster, beast, ogre, fiend.
- HYDRA /ˈhaɪdrə/ · noun
- A legendary serpent-like water creature in Greek mythology, often depicted as having multiple heads. In modern usage, a hydra can also refer to a type of plant or a device that can regenerate or multiply. Related: serpent, dragon, monster, reptile.
- GRIFFIN /ˈɡrɪfɪn/ · noun
- A mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle, often used as a symbol of strength and courage. Related: lion, eagle, dragon, wyvern.
- SATYR /sætɪər/ · noun
- In Greek mythology, a satyr is a creature with the upper body of a man and the lower body of a goat, often depicted as a rustic, lustful, and reveling being. In modern usage, a satyr can also refer to a person who is excessively fond of sensual pleasures. Related: goat, faun, lustful, reveler.
- CENTAUR /ˈsɛntɔː(r)/ · noun
- A creature of Greek mythology with the upper body of a human and the lower body and legs of a horse.
- SPHINX /sɪnfts/ · noun
- A mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human, often depicted as a statue or a mysterious figure. In architecture, a structure with a human head and a lion's body, typically at the entrance of a building. Related: statue, monument, enigma, riddle.
- TYPHON /tɪˈfɒn/ · noun
- A violent tropical cyclone in the Indian and Pacific Oceans, typically bringing strong winds and heavy rainfall. In Greek mythology, a giant storm god. Related: hurricane, cyclone, tornado, tempest.
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