Acrisius

/əˈkrɪʃəs/ noun

Definition

In Greek mythology, a king of Argos; alternately, relating to or characterized by acrisia (judgment failure or confusion).

Etymology

From Greek mythology; Acrisius was the father of Danaë in the Perseus legend. As an adjective/descriptive term, related to acrisia.

Kelly Says

Acrisius the mythological king failed spectacularly at judgment—he locked his daughter away to prevent a prophecy, which only made it come true faster!

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