The Odyssey Word Search
A free The Odyssey word search you can play straight in the browser. The 12-word list draws on the gods, heroes, and creatures of a mythology, hidden across a 15×15 grid in every direction. Drag through the letters to mark a word off.
Words to find: ODYSSEUS, PENELOPE, TELEMACHUS, ATHENA, POSEIDON, ZEUS, CIRCE, CALYPSO, POLYPHEMUS, CYCLOPS, ITHACA, TROY.
Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.
The Odyssey word list, defined
- CALYPSO /kəˈlɪp.soʊ/ · noun
- A style of West Indian folk music, originating in Trinidad and Tobago, marked by rhythmic, syncopated songs with witty or satirical improvised lyrics; also an individual song composed or performed in this style. Related: ska, mento, reggae.
- 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.
- TROY /trɔɪ/ · noun
- A unit of weight in the troy system, equal to 31.1035 grams, originally used for weighing precious metals and gems. The troy ounce is a standard unit in the jewelry and precious metals industries. Related: troy weight, troy system.
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