Definition of Epic
Epic
e·pic


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Extremely heroic or impressive; grand in scale or nature.

e.g. The epic battle scene in the movie was breathtakingly choreographed.

(noun)
a long poem that narrates the deeds of a heroic figure or the history of a nation;

e.g. 'Beowulf' is an example of an epic.

(adjective)
of or relating to the characteristics of an epic or a long narrative poem;

e.g. 'Odyssey' is a Greek epic poem written by Homer.



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