Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cupids-arrow

noun
/ˈkjʊpɪdz ˈɛroʊ/
Definition
A term used to describe the symbolic arrow of Cupid, the Roman god of love, which is said to pierce the hearts of individuals, causing them to fall in love.
Examples
  • After their first date, it felt like Cupid’s arrow had struck him.
  • She believed that Cupid’s arrow had found her when she met him at the party.
  • The movie portrayed the moment as if an arrow from Cupid was responsible for their instant connection.
Meaning
Cupids-arrow signifies the sudden and often overwhelming feeling of romantic attraction or infatuation that one experiences when affected by love.
Synonyms
  • love-at-first-sight
  • romantic spark
  • heart’s longing