naiad
The word “naiad” has 2 syllables: nai-ad.
It's pronounced as /ˈnaɪ.æd/.
What is synonym and antonym for naiad?
In the thesaurus, “naiad” has 4 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for naiad along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for naiad
- dryad
- larva
- mermaid
- nymph
Meanings of naiad
- noun
- A female deity (nymph) associated with water, especially a spring, stream, or other fresh water.
- The aquatic larva (nymph) of a dragonfly or damselfly.
- Any of various aquatic plants of the genus Najas.
Example Sentences
- The pond sparkled with the presence of a naiad beneath the lily pads.
- Lost in the enchanting forest, they encountered a mysterious naiad near the babbling brook.
- Whispers of ancient tales spoke of a mischievous naiad residing in the hidden waterfall.
- As twilight descended, the ethereal glow of the moon revealed a shimmering naiad by the water's edge.
- Among the aquatic plants, a delicate naiad gracefully danced in the moonlit reflection of the pond.
On this page you'll find 4 synonyms or another words to naiad, such as: dryad, larva, mermaid, nymph.
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