Achillean

== English == === Etymology === From Achilles +‎ -an. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˌækɪˈliːən/ === Adjective === Achillean (comparative more Achillean, superlative most Achillean) Resembling or relating to Achilles, the hero of the Iliad. Invincible with only one small weakness (an Achilles heel), which becomes one's downfall. Guided by emotional motives, especially rage, rather than reason. Of or relating to Achilles Tatius, a Roman-era Greek writer. Pertaining to the Achilles tendon. Of or relating to sexual or romantic intimacy between men, supposedly in the style of Achilles' relationship with Patroclus. Synonym: MLM (“Men Loving Men or Men who Love Men”) ==== Translations ==== === Noun === Achillean (plural Achilleans) A fighter on the side of Achilles in the Trojan war; an Achaean.