narcissus (Meaning)

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narcissus (n)

bulbous plant having erect linear leaves and showy yellow or white flowers either solitary or in clusters

(Greek mythology) a beautiful young man who fell in love with his own reflection

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narcissus (n.)

A genus of endogenous bulbous plants with handsome flowers, having a cup-shaped crown within the six-lobed perianth, and comprising the daffodils and jonquils of several kinds.

A beautiful youth fabled to have been enamored of his own image as seen in a fountain, and to have been changed into the flower called Narcissus.

Synonyms & Antonyms of narcissus

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narcissus Sentence Examples

  1. The intoxicating fragrance of the narcissus permeated the air, a sweet invitation to indulge in its beauty.
  2. The delicate petals of the narcissus, like silken ivory, shimmered in the morning sunlight.
  3. The solitary narcissus stood tall and proud, its trumpet-shaped bloom a beacon of arrogance.
  4. Legend has it that Narcissus, captivated by his own reflection, transformed into the flower bearing his name.
  5. The florist carefully arranged a bouquet of narcissuses, their bright yellow blooms illuminating the room.
  6. The narcissus is a symbol of rebirth and renewal, a reminder of the cycle of life and death.
  7. The fields were blanketed in a sprawling sea of narcissuses, a breathtaking spectacle of nature's beauty.
  8. The poet's words flowed like the graceful petals of a narcissus, capturing the essence of love and desire.
  9. The narcissist stood before the mirror, lost in admiration for his own image, oblivious to the world around him.
  10. The subtle scent of narcissus filled the air as I passed through the garden, awakening memories of long-forgotten dreams.

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bulbous plant having erect linear leaves and showy yellow or white flowers either solitary or in clusters, (Greek mythology) a beautiful young man who fell in l

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The intoxicating fragrance of the narcissus permeated the air, a sweet invitation to indulge in its beauty.

The delicate petals of the narcissus, like silken ivory, shimmered in the morning sunlight.

The solitary narcissus stood tall and proud, its trumpet-shaped bloom a beacon of arrogance.

Legend has it that Narcissus, captivated by his own reflection, transformed into the flower bearing his name.