Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

adonis

noun

/əˈdōnəs/

Definition

A term used to describe an exceptionally handsome young man.

Examples

He was the adonis of the group, effortlessly drawing attention with his charm and looks.
The actor was often referred to as an adonis due to his striking features and physique.

Meaning

Adonis refers to a figure of great beauty, often admired for physical appearance. It originates from Greek mythology, where Adonis was a youth of remarkable beauty loved by the goddess Aphrodite.