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Cordelia

kaw-DEE-leer

Cordelia (name) means a feminine given name of uncertain origin, famously borne by King Lear's youngest daughter in Shakespeare's play. Example: “Cordelia remained loyal to her father despite his anger.”

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A feminine given name of uncertain origin, famously borne by King Lear's youngest daughter in Shakespeare's play.

"Cordelia remained loyal to her father despite his anger."

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Etymology

Shakespeare's spelling of a historical British name appearing as Cordeilla, etc., possibly derived from the Latin saint's name Cordula.

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What does “Cordelia” mean?

The word “Cordelia” means a feminine given name of uncertain origin, famously borne by King Lear's youngest daughter in Shakespeare's play.

How do you pronounce “Cordelia”?

“Cordelia” is pronounced kaw-DEE-leer (/kɔɹˈdili.ə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Cordelia” in a sentence?

Here is “Cordelia” used in a sentence: “Cordelia remained loyal to her father despite his anger.”

What part of speech is “Cordelia”?

“Cordelia” is a name.