adonist

Meanings

• noun

  A person who is excessively fond of something or someone.

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Variants

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hedonist , hedonists

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'adonai' meaning 'lord' or 'master'. The term 'adonist' was used in ancient Greece to describe someone who was devoted to a particular god or goddess.

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Trivia

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1. The name 'Adonis' is also the name of a mythological god in ancient Greek religion.

2. The name 'Adonis' is also the name of a type of flower called 'Adonis vernalis' or 'Adonis springidus'.

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Related Concepts

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1. devotee: A person who is deeply devoted to a particular cause, person, or thing.

2. worshiper: A person who pays homage to a deity or idol.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'adonist' has been used to describe characters who are deeply devoted to their loved ones. In art, there is a famous sculpture called 'The Adonis' which depicts the god Adonis being carried away by Venus after his death.

How to Memorize "adonist"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person deeply in love with something or someone.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'adonist' with the word 'devoted'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'Adonist' comes from the Greek word 'Adonai' which means 'lord' or 'master'.

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