ares
n. countablen. the ancient Greek god of war. He represents the violent and physical side of fighting.
n. the ancient Greek deity associated with the physical, violent, and untamed aspects of war. Often contrasted with Athena, who represents strategic and tactical warfare.
Ares was the son of Zeus and Hera.
In many classical myths, Ares is depicted as a bloodthirsty warrior who thrives on the chaos of the battlefield.
The temple dedicated to Ares stood as a reminder of the destructive power of conflict, though he was often less popular among common citizens than the more protective gods.
From Latin Arēs, from Ancient Greek Ἄρης (Árēs).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
When referring to the deity, it is a proper noun and must be capitalised.
Last updated May 8, 2026