O OneWordDaily
AI-generated image

nympha

/ˈnɪmfə/ noun · British & US
Valid in UKValid in US
Share WhatsApp

What does nympha mean?

noun

A nymph in Greek mythology, a female nature spirit, often depicted as a beautiful maiden. In modern usage, a nympha is a rare or obsolete term for a female spirit or a water nymph.

Example

"The ancient Greeks believed that the nympha of the forest were guardians of the natural world."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Etymologically related

Synonyms for nympha

Antonyms of nympha

Rhymes with nympha