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Chimera

Definition

(literary/formal, rare) A thing that is considered to be impossible or unrealistic; a fanciful or unrealistic idea. In biology, a chimera is an organism composed of two or more different zygotes that have fused together. In mythology, the Chimera was a monstrous creature composed of the physical features of a lion, a snake, and a goat. Typically collocates with 'pursue a chimera' or 'a chimera of'.

Example Sentences

1The notion of a completely objective historian is a chimera, as all historical accounts are filtered through the historian's own biases and perspectives.
2In Greek mythology, the Chimera was a fearsome creature that was eventually slain by the hero Bellerophon.
3The idea of a single, overarching theory that explains all of human behaviour is a chimera, as human psychology is far too complex and multifaceted.
4The pursuit of eternal youth is a chimera that has captivated human imagination for centuries, but it remains an unattainable goal.
5The concept of a completely rational decision-making process is a chimera, as emotions and personal biases inevitably play a role in our choices.

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