Adonis
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Noun — An extremely handsome young man.
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How to use Adonis
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a real Adonis
look like an Adonis
Etymology
From Adonis, a beautiful young man in Greek mythology loved by the goddess Aphrodite.
Full origin of Adonis →Frequently asked questions
What does “Adonis” mean?
The word “Adonis” means an extremely handsome young man. In plain terms, a very good-looking man, named after a mythological beauty.
How do you pronounce “Adonis”?
“Adonis” is pronounced uh-DOH-nihs (/əˈdɑn.ɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “Adonis” in a sentence?
Here is “Adonis” used in a sentence: “He walked in looking like a total Adonis.”
What part of speech is “Adonis”?
“Adonis” is a noun.
Where does the word “Adonis” come from?
The word “Adonis” comes from Greek. From Adonis, a beautiful young man in Greek mythology loved by the goddess Aphrodite.
