Clarissa
What is another word for Clarissa? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A nun of the Poor Clares order (a less common synonym for "Poor Clare").
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Etymology
From Medieval Latin Clarissa, related to Latin clarus, "clear, bright" — also a well-known given name, popularised by Samuel Richardson's 1748 novel Clarissa.
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What does “Clarissa” mean?
The word “Clarissa” means a nun of the Poor Clares order (a less common synonym for "Poor Clare"). In plain terms, mostly familiar today as a given name; as a common noun it can also mean a nun of the Poor Clares.
How do you pronounce “Clarissa”?
“Clarissa” is pronounced kluh-RIH-suh (/kləˈɹɪsə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Clarissa” in a sentence?
Here is “Clarissa” used in a sentence: “She entered the convent and became a Clarissa.”
What part of speech is “Clarissa”?
“Clarissa” is a noun.
Where does the word “Clarissa” come from?
The word “Clarissa” dates back to around 1748 and comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin Clarissa, related to Latin clarus, "clear, bright" — also a well-known given name, popularised by Samuel Richardson's 1748 novel Clarissa.
