titan
Pronunciation: [ˈtaɪtən]
Word
Context: “mythology”
(noun) a titan is a giant figure from ancient Greek mythology. Titans were powerful beings who ruled before the gods. Think of them as the big bosses in old stories.
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In Greek mythology, Cronus was a titan who ruled during the Golden Age.
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The titans were not easily defeated; they were very strong and fierce.
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Can you name one of the titans from Greek mythology?
Context: “size/power”
(noun) a titan can also mean a person or thing that is very big or very powerful in a specific area. Like a titan in business means someone who is very successful.
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Elon Musk is considered a titan of the tech industry because of his major achievements.
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Despite his great ideas, he is not a titan in the world of finance.
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Who do you think is a titan in the sports world?
Context: “reference”
(noun) Titan is also the name of a moon of Saturn, which is very large and has its own atmosphere. It is an interesting place to study in space.
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Titan is known for its thick atmosphere and lakes of liquid methane.
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Earth is not a titan among moons; it is much smaller than Titan.
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What makes Titan an interesting moon to explore?
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