Ariadne

Meaning

A figure from Greek mythology who helped Theseus escape the Minotaur's labyrinth using a thread, often used as a metaphor for a solution or guide that leads one through a complex problem.

Examples

• The professor provided an Ariadne thread of logic that helped the students navigate the complex philosophical text.
• She hoped her research would serve as an Ariadne to guide others through the labyrinthine bureaucracy of the department.