Sophocles Definition & Meaning

sophocles
noun
  1. one of the great tragedians of ancient Greece (496-406 BC)

"Sophocles" in song lyrics

See how sophocles is used in real songs:

  • "Of soliloquies of studies, the tragedies of Sophocles"
    Jemini the Gifted One — Story of My Life
  • "I'm still around like Sophocles"
    Kondor f/ The 49ers — Four Corners
  • "oedipus rex by sophocles"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "sophocles"

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