adonean
|a-do-ne-an|
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/əˈdoʊniən/
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/əˈdəʊniən/
exceptional beauty
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adonean' originates from Greek mythology, specifically the name 'Adonis', where 'Adonis' was a symbol of beauty and desire.
Historical Evolution
'Adonis' was adopted into Latin as 'Adonis', and eventually became the modern English adjective 'adonean' to describe beauty akin to Adonis.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the mythological figure 'Adonis', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'exceptionally beautiful or handsome'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characteristic of Adonis, often used to describe something or someone exceptionally beautiful or handsome.
The sculpture had an Adonean beauty that captivated everyone.
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Last updated: 2025/05/11 20:06