adonis

Meanings

• proper noun

  A beautiful young man in Greek mythology, the god of beauty and desire.

• common noun

  A person, especially a man, who is admired for his beauty.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with adonis
Donis , Jonas , Ronnie , Bonnie

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Variants

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Adonis , Adonises

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Etymology

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From Greek mythology, named after the god Adonis.

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Trivia

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1. Adonis was said to have been born from the myrrh tree.

2. The festival of Adonis was celebrated annually in ancient Greece.

3. Adonis is also known as the god of vegetation and fertility.

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Related Concepts

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1. Aphrodite: The Greek goddess of love, beauty, and sexuality.

2. Persephone: The Greek goddess of the underworld and the wife of Hades.

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Culture

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Adonis is a central figure in Greek mythology, often associated with the goddess Aphrodite. He was said to be the most beautiful man alive, and was beloved by both Aphrodite and Persephone. Adonis was known for his hunting skills, and was eventually killed by a wild boar while out hunting. His death was mourned by Aphrodite and Persephone, and his blood was said to turn into anemones, which grew from his tears.

How to Memorize "adonis"

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the association between Adonis and the goddesses Aphrodite and Persephone.

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