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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 Adding something fun to your at-home altar like an incense holder, a statue of Venus/Aphrodite, or evil eye decor to stay grounded within yourself and embrace your spiritual side this month. — Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for Aphrodite

Word History

Etymology

Greek Aphroditē

First Known Use

1565, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Aphrodite was in 1565

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“Aphrodite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Aphrodite. Accessed 25 Sep. 2026.

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