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 3 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for Nereid along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for Nereid
- mermaid
- oceanid
- siren
Meanings of Nereid
- noun
- 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.
- 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 3 synonyms or another words to Nereid, such as: mermaid, oceanid, siren.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
Related Words
Oceanid
- mermaid
- nereid
- sea-maiden
- siren
Oceanids
- mermaids
- nereids
- sirens