lethe.
/lee-thee/US // ˈli θi //UK // (ˈliːθɪ) //
泄密,泄气,泄洪,泄泻
Definitions
n.noun · 名词
- 1.
- ›Classical Mythology. a river in Hades whose water caused forgetfulness of the past in those who drank of it.
- › forgetfulness; oblivion.
Synonyms & Antonyms
as inoblivion
Synonyms
as inobliviousness
Examples
The growl of the English mastiff and the snarl of the Scotch terrier would make a duet which would enliven the shores of Lethe.
Lethe was the river of forgetfulness, and those who drank of it forgot their former life and were ready for a new one.
Medical art brings the waters of Lethe to the bedside of woman in her hour of trial.
The loss of intellect is the Lethe, but for which the Will would remember the various manifestations it has caused.
About a mile ahead was an inn he knew of where he might enjoy a great refreshment, and drink the waters of Lethe.
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