noun
- Plural of hybris; instances of excessive pride, arrogance, or disrespect toward the gods or fate, especially in ancient Greek contexts.
Usage: Often used in literary and classical analysis; Variant spelling of 'hubris' (more common in modern English)
Examples
- The tragic hero's hybrises led to his downfall in the ancient play.
- Classical scholars debated the various hybrises displayed by the mythological figures.
- His repeated hybrises against the established order eventually brought consequences.
- The novel explores how unchecked hybrises can corrupt even the most noble intentions.
- Ancient Greek drama frequently depicted the hybrises of mortals who challenged the gods.