noun

Guinevere

GWIH-nuh-veer

Guinevere (noun) means a female given name of Welsh or Celtic origin, famous as the name of King Arthur's wife in Arthurian legend. Example: “Guinevere's love for Lancelot is central to many versions of the Arthurian legend.”

noun

A female given name of Welsh or Celtic origin, famous as the name of King Arthur's wife in Arthurian legend.

"Guinevere's love for Lancelot is central to many versions of the Arthurian legend."

How to use Guinevere

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In plain EnglishThe legendary queen married to King Arthur, and a given name derived from her story.

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Etymology

From Middle English Gwenyver; a doublet of "Jennifer."

Origin: Middle English

Synonyms

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Guenevere

Rhymes for Guinevere

ere here were mere Pere dere Vere Gere there where Frere Shere

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Guinevere” mean?

The word “Guinevere” means a female given name of Welsh or Celtic origin, famous as the name of King Arthur's wife in Arthurian legend. In plain terms, the legendary queen married to King Arthur, and a given name derived from her story.

How do you pronounce “Guinevere”?

“Guinevere” is pronounced GWIH-nuh-veer (/ˈɡwɪ.nə.vɪɹ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Guinevere” in a sentence?

Here is “Guinevere” used in a sentence: “Guinevere's love for Lancelot is central to many versions of the Arthurian legend.”

What part of speech is “Guinevere”?

“Guinevere” is a noun.

Where does the word “Guinevere” come from?

The word “Guinevere” comes from Middle English. From Middle English Gwenyver; a doublet of "Jennifer.".