goddess

Meanings

• noun

  A female deity or supernatural being, typically one who has the power to grant favors, protect people, or inflict harm.

  - "The goddess Athena is the patron of wisdom and strategic warfare."
  - "People prayed to the goddess Isis for protection and fertility."
  - "The goddess Hera was known for her vengeful nature and jealousy."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈɡɑdəs/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=12195029"

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with goddess
desires , applies , surprises

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Variants

List of all variants of goddess that leads to same result
goddess , goddesses , bitch goddess , bitch goddesses , sun goddess

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Etymology

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From the Old English 'gode' meaning 'god' and the suffix '-ess' denoting a female deity.

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Trivia

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1. The Roman goddess Venus is the equivalent of the Greek goddess Aphrodite.

2. The Hindu goddess Durga is depicted riding a lion or a tiger.

3. The Greek goddess Persephone was abducted by Hades and became the queen of the underworld.

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Related Concepts

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1. God: The counterpart to a goddess, a male deity with divine powers.

2. Mythology: The body of stories and teachings that explain the origins and nature of the world, the universe, and the gods and goddesses.

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Culture

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Goddesses have been revered and worshipped in various civilizations throughout history, including Ancient Greece, Rome, Egypt, and India. They were often associated with natural phenomena, such as the earth, water, and fertility, and played important roles in mythology and religion.

How to Memorize "goddess"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize a goddess, imagine a powerful and beautiful female figure, often with multiple arms and adorned with jewels and flowers. Depending on the specific goddess, she may be holding a symbolic object or wearing certain colors.

2. associate
   

   - To memorize a goddess, associate her with a particular symbol, color, or animal. For example, Hera is associated with the cow and the peacock, while Athena is associated with the owl and the olive tree.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'GODDESS' to remember the names of the seven ancient Greek goddesses: Gaia, Ourania, Demeter, Dione, Hestia, Hera, and Aphrodite.

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