Griselda
Griselda (noun) means a woman regarded as remarkably patient and uncomplaining, especially in the face of mistreatment — from the legendary figure of the same name. Example: “Her coworkers joked that she was a real Griselda for putting up with the chaos without complaint.”
How to use Griselda
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA byword for extreme patience and endurance, drawn from an old folk tale.
Word forms
Griseldas plural
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Etymology
From the medieval story of patient Griselda, a noblewoman tested by her husband's cruelty; the name likely combines Germanic roots suggesting "grey" and "battle."
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What does “Griselda” mean?
The word “Griselda” means a woman regarded as remarkably patient and uncomplaining, especially in the face of mistreatment — from the legendary figure of the same name. In plain terms, a byword for extreme patience and endurance, drawn from an old folk tale.
How do you use “Griselda” in a sentence?
Here is “Griselda” used in a sentence: “Her coworkers joked that she was a real Griselda for putting up with the chaos without complaint.”
What part of speech is “Griselda”?
“Griselda” is a noun.
Where does the word “Griselda” come from?
The word “Griselda” comes from Germanic. From the medieval story of patient Griselda, a noblewoman tested by her husband's cruelty; the name likely combines Germanic roots suggesting "grey" and "battle.".
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