Athanase (en. Athanasius)

/a.ta.naz/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
An athanase is a person regarded as immortal or having eternal life.
In mythology, the gods are often described as athanases.
Dans la mythologie, les dieux sont souvent décrits comme des athanases.
Term used in theology to refer to those who are saved and receive eternal life.
Athanases are often celebrated in religious rites.
Les athanases sont souvent célébrés dans les rites religieux.
In literature, an athanase represents the idea of perpetual life.
The hero of the novel was an athanase, indestructible and ever-present.
Le héros du roman était un athanase, indestructible et toujours présent.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'athanatos', meaning 'immortal'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

atalanth of the athanases
A person who is revered for their wisdom or knowledge.
atalante des athanases
the athanases are among us
A term often used to refer to those who possess great skill or talent.
les athanases sont parmi nous

Related Words

immortality
State of being immortal; eternal life.
immortalité
eternity
Endless duration, infinity in time.
éternité
salvation
Act of saving, often related to eternal life.
sauvetage

Slang Meanings

A techno athanase
He dances like a techno athanase on the dance floor.
Il danse comme un athanase de la techno sur la piste.
Training like an athanase
She runs every day, training like an athanase for the marathon.
Elle court tous les jours, s'entraînant comme une athanase pour le marathon.