Hubris - 1. pride or arrogance
2. (in Greek tragedy) an excess of ambition, pride, etc, ultimately causing the transgressor's ruin.
I wonder why that word might have come to mind over the last few days?
2. (in Greek tragedy) an excess of ambition, pride, etc, ultimately causing the transgressor's ruin.
I wonder why that word might have come to mind over the last few days?
with the implication that the hubris attracted the wrath of the gods.
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