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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

chthonic

/θɒnɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does chthonic mean?

adjective

Relating to the underworld or its gods; of or pertaining to the earth or the ground. In mythology, the chthonic gods were those who resided in the underworld.

Example

"The chthonic deities of ancient Greece were often depicted as powerful and mysterious figures."

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