Greek myth of Icarus
Definition
The Greek myth of Icarus is a cautionary tale about a young man who flew too close to the sun with wings made of wax and feathers, resulting in his downfall.
Analogy
The story of Icarus can be compared to a student who takes on too many extracurricular activities and ends up burning out before exams.
Related terms
Hubris: Excessive pride or self-confidence that leads to one's downfall.
Metaphor: A figure of speech that compares two unlike things without using "like" or "as".
Tragedy: A genre in literature where the protagonist experiences a downfall due to their own flaws or external circumstances.
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