👉 Stygian is a term used in the context of mythology and art, particularly in Greek and Roman mythology. It refers to a type of stylized figure that was commonly depicted as having human-like features. The term "stygius" translates to "human," while "gianos" means "figure." Stygians were often associated with the gods and goddesses of the underworld or with the underworld itself, and they were often depicted in Greek art as figures with human-like features.