Muses

1. Nine goddesses of classical mythology who presided over learning and the arts. They were especially associated with poetry. Ancient Greek or Roman writers would often begin their poems by asking for the aid of the Muses in their composition.

Notes

Writers and artists to this day speak of their “muse,” meaning their source of inspiration.

Example Sentences

"The moment upon us is one that has been a snowball building for the last generation or so," said Kate Fagan, a former Colorado University basketball player, and author of the book Hoop Muses.

From BBC

MacMillan — like Byrd, a committed Catholic — recently wrote “Ye Sacred Muses” for the King’s Singers and Fretwork, the viol consort.

From New York Times

Van Dien, who also acted in the television series “The Village” and “Greenhouse Academy,” took the time Thursday to promote the 2020 short film “Monsters and Muses.”

From Los Angeles Times

Martha Anne Toll’s debut novel, “Three Muses,” has just been published.

From Washington Post

Say She She, “Prism” Picture this: the Muses of Greek legend, brought to life in the form of a Brooklyn soul-funk band.

From Los Angeles Times