Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dulcinea

noun

/ˌdʌl.sɪˈneɪ.ə/

Definition

A term used to refer to a beloved or idealized woman, often with an air of romantic or chivalric admiration.

Examples

Many poets have written sonnets to their dulcinea, trying to capture her beauty and grace.
In his quest for love, he treated her as a dulcinea, placing her on a pedestal above all others.

Meaning

Dulcinea encapsulates the notion of a lady-love or muse, inspired by Miguel de Cervantes’ character Dulcinea del Toboso in the classic novel ‘Don Quixote.’