Minerva

noun

Mi·​ner·​va mə-ˈnər-və How to pronounce Minerva (audio)
: the Roman goddess of wisdom compare athena

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As part of the transaction, Kessler-Sanders was named CEO and Leonardo Minerva chief operating officer. Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 4 June 2026 While other hotels include subtle references to Rome’s art and architecture, Minerva feels the most Roman of all the city’s top hotels. Laura Itzkowitz, Robb Report, 4 June 2026 The Romans identified Sulis with Minerva, easing the cultural transition for the Celts. Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026 Three graves with 15 bodies were found within a mile of the city’s iconic La Minerva roundabout, a huge traffic circle featuring fountains, greenery and a towering statue of the Roman goddess Minerva. Steve Fisher, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for Minerva

Word History

Etymology

Latin

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Minerva was in the 14th century

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“Minerva.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Minerva. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.

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