What is another word for cronus?

Pronunciation: [kɹˈə͡ʊnəs] (IPA)

Cronus is a name from Greek mythology referring to the youngest of the Titans, who ruled over the universe until being overthrown by his son, Zeus. As a name, it has few synonyms, as it is a unique moniker, but in Greek mythology, it is also known as the Roman deity Saturn. It is also associated with the concept of time, so alternate names could be Kronos or Chronos. Kronos refers to the same deity but is an alternate spelling, while Chronos is another name for time that is often used interchangeably with Cronus. Other possible synonyms could be "father of the gods" or "lord of time".

Usage examples for Cronus

Jupiter, as in classical mythology, succeeded to the power of cronus, and gave to the world the Olympian deities, along with Fortune, Themis, and the Fates.
"Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius"
Samuel Dill
They were one branch of the posterity of Ham; who is here spoken of as the eldest son of cronus.
"A New System; or, an Analysis of Antient Mythology. Volume II. (of VI.)"
Jacob Bryant
The Curetes worshipped cronus: so that cronus and Cuclops were the same.
"A New System; or, an Analysis of Antient Mythology. Volume II. (of VI.)"
Jacob Bryant

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