Coriolanus

American  

[kawr-ee-uh-ley-nuhs, kor-] / ˌkɔr i əˈleɪ nəs, ˌkɒr- /

noun

1. Gaius (or Gnaeus) Marcius flourished late 5th century b.c., legendary Roman military hero.

2. (italics) a tragedy (1608?) by Shakespeare.

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Coriolanus British  

/ ˌkɒrɪəˈleɪnəs /

noun

1. Gaius Marcius (ˈɡaɪəs ˈmɑːsɪəs). 5th century _bc , a legendary Roman general, who allegedly led an army against Rome but was dissuaded from conquering it by his mother and wife

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Example Sentences

The frequent shouting is particularly unfortunate because Coriolanus is by nature not a man of words.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026

Role: Coriolanus Snow Why they’re a standout: The Julliard trained British actor almost feels like he popped out of nowhere as the new “The Hunger Games” prequel dominated the box office for weeks.

From Salon • Dec. 31, 2023

Directed by franchise vet Francis Lawrence, the Katniss-free prequel to the dystopian saga launches the back story of Coriolanus Snow, here played by Tom Blyth.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 19, 2023

For Coriolanus, they are a means to an end so he can ensure his mantra of “Snow lands on top” will come true.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 15, 2023

“And now, on to our good President Coriolanus Snow,” says Finnick.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins