Promethean
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Pro·me·the·an

adjective \prə-ˈmē-thē-ən\

Definition of PROMETHEAN

: of, relating to, or resembling Prometheus, his experiences, or his art; especially : daringly original or creative

Examples of PROMETHEAN

  1. <it is only through the efforts of a Promethean pioneer that an art form advances>

First Known Use of PROMETHEAN

1594

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