Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

donzela

Noun
dawn-ZAY-lah
Definition
A young maiden or girl, often used to refer to someone of noble birth or characterized by innocence.
Examples
  • In the tale, the brave knight rescues the donzela from danger.
  • She carried herself with the grace of a donzela in a royal court.
Meaning
The term ‘donzela’ refers to a young woman, typically unmarried, embodying virtues of purity and modesty.
Synonyms
  • maiden
  • virgin
  • girl
  • young lady