Ares
/ˈɛəriːz/noun
The ancient Greek god of war, representing the violent and chaotic aspects of battle.
Did you know?In ancient Greece, Ares was often depicted as a figure of terror and destruction, embodying the brutality of war and its aftermath.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*wóros
“to be strong, brave, or fierce”
Ancient Greek
Greek
Ἄρης (Árēs)
“the personification of war and conflict”
Roman Era
Latin
Mars
“the god of war, representing a more disciplined aspect of warfare”
4th Century BCE
Greek
Ἄρης (Árēs)
“worshiped in various city-states, often associated with bloodlust and strife”
Modern English
English
Ares
“the accepted name of the Greek god of war in contemporary contexts.”