goddess

[ˈɡɒdɪs]

goddess Definition

  • 1a female deity
  • 2a woman who is greatly admired, especially for her beauty

Using goddess: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "goddess" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Aphrodite was the Greek goddess of love.

  • Example

    She was a goddess on the dance floor.

  • Example

    The actress was considered a Hollywood goddess in the 1950s.

goddess Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for goddess

Antonyms for goddess

Idioms Using goddess

  • goddess-like

    resembling or having the qualities of a goddess, especially in terms of beauty or grace

    Example

    Her flowing dress and radiant smile made her look goddess-like.

  • used to express the hope that something will not happen

    Example

    Goddess forbid that we should be late for the meeting!

  • a deity or figure who embodies hunting, wilderness, and animals

    Example

    Artemis was the Greek goddess of the hunt.

Phrases with goddess

  • a deity or figure who embodies compassion and forgiveness

    Example

    Kuan Yin is the Chinese goddess of mercy.

  • a goddess who represents motherhood, fertility, and creation

    Example

    Isis was the ancient Egyptian mother goddess.

  • a deity or figure who embodies knowledge, intelligence, and learning

    Example

    Athena was the Greek goddess of wisdom.

Origins of goddess

from Old English 'god' meaning 'deity' and '-ess' meaning 'female'

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Summary: goddess in Brief

The term 'goddess' [ˈɡɒdɪs] refers to a female deity or a woman who is greatly admired, especially for her beauty. It spans contexts from mythology to modern-day admiration, exemplified by 'Aphrodite was the Greek goddess of love.' 'Goddess' extends into phrases like 'goddess of mercy,' and idioms like 'goddess-like,' denoting beauty and grace.

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