Venus
What is another word for Venus? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Name — The second planet from the Sun in our Solar System, named for the Roman goddess of love.
We haven't recorded synonyms for Venus yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
Etymology
Came from the translingual Venus ("a genus of clams"), which itself came from Latin.
Full origin of Venus →Frequently asked questions
What does “Venus” mean?
The word “Venus” means the second planet from the Sun in our Solar System, named for the Roman goddess of love.
How do you pronounce “Venus”?
“Venus” is pronounced VEE-nuhs (/ˈvinəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “Venus” in a sentence?
Here is “Venus” used in a sentence: “Venus is often visible in the night sky as the "evening star.".”
What part of speech is “Venus”?
“Venus” is a name.
Is “Venus” a common word?
“Venus” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Venus” have?
“Venus” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the second planet from the Sun in our Solar System, named for the Roman goddess of love.
What is the difference between Venus the planet and Venus the goddess?
Venus the planet is the second planet from the Sun in our Solar System, named after Venus the goddess of love, beauty, and fertility in Roman mythology. The planet was named for the goddess because of its brightness and beauty in the night sky.
Why is Venus called the 'evening star' or 'morning star'?
Venus is often visible shortly after sunset or before sunrise, appearing as one of the brightest objects in the sky, which is why it has historically been nicknamed the 'evening star' or 'morning star,' even though it is a planet, not a star.
Is Venus capitalized?
Yes, Venus is capitalized both as the name of the planet and as the name of the Roman goddess, since both are proper nouns.
