Astrean

/æˈstriən/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of Astraea, the goddess of justice in Greek mythology; just or virtuous.

Etymology

From Astraea, the Greek goddess of justice and innocence who abandoned Earth during the Iron Age. The adjective form describes qualities associated with her virtue and fairness.

Kelly Says

Astraea was so disgusted by human wickedness that she flew to heaven and became the constellation Virgo—so 'astrean' actually carries within it a story of disappointment with humanity's morality!

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