MOMUS

Momus, Momos

(noun) god of blame and mockery

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Proper noun

Momus

(Greek mythology) The personification of satire and mockery.

Source: Wiktionary


Mo"mus, n. Etym: [Gr. (Gr. Myth.)

Definition: The god of mockery and censure.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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