Cinderella
What is another word for Cinderella? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A person or thing that unexpectedly rises from obscurity to success.
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How to use Cinderella
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Cinderella story
Cinderella team
Cinderella service
Etymology
From the classic fairy tale about a mistreated girl who is transformed and eventually marries a prince — the name blends "cinder" (ash, from her household chores) with a French-style diminutive ending.
Full origin of Cinderella →Frequently asked questions
What does “Cinderella” mean?
The word “Cinderella” means a person or thing that unexpectedly rises from obscurity to success. In plain terms, used for an unlikely underdog who suddenly succeeds, or for something that gets ignored and underfunded compared to others like it.
How do you pronounce “Cinderella”?
“Cinderella” is pronounced sihn-duh-REH-luh (/ˌsɪndəˈɹɛlə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Cinderella” in a sentence?
Here is “Cinderella” used in a sentence: “The small college basketball team became the Cinderella story of the tournament.”
What part of speech is “Cinderella”?
“Cinderella” is a noun.
Where does the word “Cinderella” come from?
The word “Cinderella” comes from French. From the classic fairy tale about a mistreated girl who is transformed and eventually marries a prince — the name blends "cinder" (ash, from her household chores) with a French-style diminutive ending.
Is “Cinderella” a common word?
“Cinderella” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Cinderella” have?
“Cinderella” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person or thing that unexpectedly rises from obscurity to success.
