goddesses

plural of goddess

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of goddesses There’s the title (an obvious reference to the Greek goddesses of vengeance) and the poster (Rossum, mouth agape, screaming into the void). — Danielle McNally, InStyle, 22 Oct. 2026 The goddesses in these paintings have a serene air, with roots firmly anchored in the earth, but also a crown of leaves that sway with the wind. — Tatiane De Assis, ARTnews.com, 21 Oct. 2026 In honor of the horror heroines who have become a modern pantheon of goddesses in storytelling, here are the top 11 final girls in horror history. — Sezin Devi Koehler, Entertainment Weekly, 17 Oct. 2026 The styles of the regency era pulled heavily from the classics, referencing the soft, romantic texture of Greek goddesses. — Elle Turner, Glamour, 11 Oct. 2026 Working frequently with stylist Ib Kamara, Pavarotti casts Black models as goddesses, queens, or warriors. — Alison S. Cohn, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026 Christina Hendricks plays on of the screen goddesses, which seems perfect casting. — Carole Horst, Variety, 11 Sep. 2026 Among other things, Hinduism reveres femininity through the worship of powerful goddesses, including Saraswati, the goddess of wisdom; Kali, the goddess who destroys evil and ego; and Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity. — Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2026 Gods and goddesses were also named for beautiful aspects of the natural world like Iris, the Greek goddess of the rainbow, or Dylan, the Welsh god of the sea. — Elisa Cinelli, Parents, 6 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for goddesses
Noun
  • The lavish romance is set in a world of queens and kings and has a strong European flair and visual aesthetic rarely seen in K-dramas.
    — Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The two were competing teenage R&B queens throughout the ’90s, which is what makes the joint appearance so nice to see.
    — Christina Middleton, Allure, 3 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • With titles like Pictures of the hundred beauties of flowerland, these guidebooks contained information on correct etiquette with courtesans, along with an overview of fees and tips.
    — H.M.A. Leow, JSTOR Daily, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Before that, everyone was taking pep pills or methadone or black beauties, speed.
    — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 18 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Olivia Newton-John and Dolly Parton (2023) Never underestimate the power of two divas working in tandem.
    — Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Like many divas, Houston had a habit of showing up late, and when she was finished, she was finished.
    — Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 29 July 2026
Noun
  • Mini fridge with daily refreshes and fresh baked cookies could be found in the room.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Nov. 2026
  • Photos later in the slideshow offered a closer look at the casual celebration, including Moore’s custom birthday cookies, which featured various photos from her early modeling career printed in edible ink.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 13 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • Several special events also are planned at the rink including a princesses and superheroes themed skate and a Thanksgiving pajama party.
    — Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Robots, Barbie dolls, Supermans, T-rexes and princesses began to form in a circular line around the perimeter of the gym.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Sensoria also offers helicopter rides for aerial eyefuls of this breathtaking landscape.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026

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“Goddesses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goddesses. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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