cupid

noun
UK: /ˈkjuː.pɪd/
US: /ˈkjuː.pɪd/

  1. The Roman god of love, often shown as a winged boy with a bow and arrow.

    1. Cupid shot his arrow and they fell in love. [ ] [ ]
    2. As legend has it, Cupid's arrows are responsible for inspiring feelings of love and affection. [ ] [ ]

  2. A representation of Cupid, often used as a symbol of love.

    1. The card had a picture of Cupid on it. [ ] [ ]
    2. Valentine's Day decorations often feature Cupids and hearts to represent love and romance. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

eros amor
cupid verb

  1. To act as Cupid; to bring people together romantically.

    1. I tried to Cupid my friends at the party. [ ] [ ]
    2. She enjoys Cupiding for her friends, hoping to spark new romances for everyone. [ ] [ ]
cupid adjective

  1. Having features resembling Cupid, especially a small, attractive mouth.

    1. She has a Cupid's bow mouth. [ ] [ ]
    2. The actress was known for her distinct Cupid's bow lips that made her stand out on screen. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "cupid" in English means: The Roman god of love, often shown as a winged boy with a bow and arrow., A representation of Cupid, often used as a symbol of love..

The phonetic transcription of "cupid" is /ˈkjuː.pɪd/ in British English and /ˈkjuː.pɪd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "cupid": eros, amor.

Example usage of "cupid": "Cupid shot his arrow and they fell in love.". More examples on the page.