goddess

/ˈɡɒdes/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈɡɑːdəs/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈgä-dəs also ˈgȯ-/ (ame, mw)

goddess — noun

  • goddesssingular
  • goddessesplural

1. a female being who is believed to have power over nature, life, and the universe

1.名詞B1
釋義

a female being who is believed to have power over nature, life, and the universe, and is worshipped in religions or ancient myths

例句

The ancient Greeks worshipped Athena as the goddess of wisdom and war.

goddess + of + [domain] — states the realm the deity rules over

A marble statue of the goddess stood in the centre of the ruined temple.

statue of the goddess — common physical-object collocation

同義詞
  • deity

    broader term — covers any god or goddess, while 'goddess' specifies female

  • divinity

    more abstract; can refer to a divine being or divine quality, while 'goddess' is a concrete figure

反義詞
  • god

    male equivalent

文法句型

goddess + of + noun phrase (domain)

用法筆記

Goddess is the feminine form of god. In modern English it is used mainly when discussing ancient religions, mythology, or a specific named female deity (e.g. Athena, Isis, Kuan Yin). It is less common in discussions of contemporary monotheistic religions.

常見錯誤

❌The goddess showed herself to the villagers.' (too vague — which mythology?).
✅In Greek mythology, the goddess Demeter showed herself to the villagers.
💡Always name the mythology or religion so the reader knows the cultural frame.

2. an extremely attractive or talented woman who is deeply admired by many people —

2.名詞B2
釋義

an extremely attractive or talented woman who is deeply admired by many people — for example, a famous singer worshipped by fans or a partner whom someone adores

例句

Heloísa's grandmother was the goddess of the kitchen, and nobody beat her pastries.

goddess of the [domain] — metaphorical use for extraordinary skill

Fans treated the young actress like a goddess, cheering wildly at every premiere.

同義詞
  • beauty queen

    more literal — refers to a winner of a beauty contest; 'goddess' is broader

  • stunner

    very informal, refers only to physical appearance; 'goddess' includes admiration beyond looks

  • idol

    focuses on being admired/loved, does not imply beauty; 'goddess' emphasises both admiration and attractiveness

文法句型

goddess + of + noun phrase (metaphorical)

用法筆記

Common in informal and poetic contexts. Often used with "goddess of [something]" to describe exceptional skill or beauty. Can sound exaggerated or old-fashioned in neutral speech — alternatives like "icon" or "star" are more neutral.

常見錯誤

❌She is a goddess in the office.' (unidiomatic).
✅She is the office goddess for organising every event perfectly.
💡Use 'goddess of [domain]' or a modifier for natural phrasing.