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Nereid

The word “Nereid” has 3 syllables: Ne-re-id

It's pronounced as /ˈnɛr.i.ɪd/

What is synonym and antonym for Nereid?

In the thesaurus, “Nereid” has 20 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for Nereid along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for Nereid

  • Oceanid
  • dryad
  • hamadryad
  • kelpie
  • limniad
  • mermaid
  • naiad
  • nix
  • nymph
  • ocean nymph
  • oread
  • river nymph
  • sea nymph
  • sea-maid
  • sea-maiden
  • siren
  • water elf
  • water nymph
  • water sprite
  • wood nymph

Meanings of Nereid

  • noun
    1. One of 50 sea nymphs who were attendants upon Poseidon (Neptune), and were represented as riding on sea horses, sometimes in human form and sometimes with the tail of a fish.
    2. A worm of the genus Nereis, having sharp retractable jaws and an annelid body.

Example Sentences

  • The myth spoke of a Nereid who guided sailors through treacherous waters.
  • He carved a statue of a Nereid, her flowing hair blending with the waves.
  • Legends tell that each Nereid possesses unique powers over the sea.
  • The poet compared her grace to that of a Nereid dancing on the waves.
  • Ancient sailors prayed to the Nereid for protection during their journeys.

On this page you'll find 20 synonyms or another words to Nereid, such as: Oceanid, dryad, hamadryad, kelpie, limniad, mermaid, naiad.

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