goddess

god-dess · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A female deity; a supernatural being worshipped as having power over nature and human affairs.

  2. 2.

    A woman who is greatly admired, especially for her beauty.

  3. 3.

    A woman who excels in a particular field or area.

Forms

plural: goddesses

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    domestic goddess — A woman skilled at homemaking
  • •
    goddess-like — Resembling or befitting a goddess

Related words

Antonyms: god (male), mortal
See also: deity, divine, divinity, god
Synonyms: deity, diva, divinity

Etymology

From Middle English goddesse, from god + -esse (feminine suffix), modeled on Old French formations. The word has been used since the 14th century.