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The Iliad
01
an ancient Greek epic poem by Homer that tells the story of the Trojan War
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
proper
Examples
The Iliad is studied in schools for its depiction of heroism and the consequences of rage.
02
a long series of tragic or disastrous events, often involving suffering or conflict
Examples
The company's downfall was an iliad of poor decisions and missed opportunities.
