Cupid
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for Cupid, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The Roman god of love and desire, usually shown as a winged boy with a bow and arrows; the counterpart of the Greek Eros.
How to use Cupid
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin Cupīdō, "desire" or "passionate longing," from cupiō, "I desire."
Full origin of Cupid →Frequently asked questions
What does “Cupid” mean?
The word “Cupid” means the Roman god of love and desire, usually shown as a winged boy with a bow and arrows; the counterpart of the Greek Eros. In plain terms, the winged baby god of love from Roman mythology, and by extension anyone who plays matchmaker.
How do you pronounce “Cupid”?
“Cupid” is pronounced KYOO-pihd (/ˈkjuːpɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “Cupid” in a sentence?
Here is “Cupid” used in a sentence: “Cards for Valentine's Day almost always feature a chubby little Cupid with his bow drawn.”
What part of speech is “Cupid”?
“Cupid” is a noun.
Where does the word “Cupid” come from?
The word “Cupid” comes from Latin. From Latin Cupīdō, "desire" or "passionate longing," from cupiō, "I desire.".
Is “Cupid” a common word?
“Cupid” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Cupid” have?
“Cupid” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the Roman god of love and desire, usually shown as a winged boy with a bow and arrows; the counterpart of the Greek Eros.