Aphrodite

noun

Aph·​ro·​di·​te ˌa-frə-ˈdī-tē 

: the Greek goddess of love and beauty compare venus

Examples of Aphrodite in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Wednesday’s restitution included a monumental section of flooring dating to the 3rd century BCE and depicting the wedding of the god Telete and Eros in the company of Aphrodite and the Three Graces. — Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 24 Sep. 2026

There’s no chance of dividing the Apple, and only one goddess can win the prize—so Hera and Athena are furious that Aphrodite is given this glory, and the Trojan War ensues. — Literary Hub, 8 Sep. 2026

Aphrodite Tsairis, whose daughter, Alexia, perished on Flight 103, had planned to travel to Washington for the start of the trial, along with other family members of victims. — ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026

New Greek gods will also be introduced, including Hubert Smielecki as Apollo, Kate McKinnon as Aphrodite and Ming-Na Wen as Hera. — Tanya Fedak, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Greek Aphroditē

First Known Use

1565, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for Aphrodite

• almighty
• flighty
• mighty
• nightie