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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.
