Minerva

[ mi-nur-vuh ]

noun

1. the ancient Roman goddess of wisdom and the arts, identified with the Greek goddess Athena.
2. a woman of great wisdom.
3. a female given name.

Minerva

/ mɪˈnɜːvə /

noun

1. the Roman goddess of wisdom Greek counterpartAthena

Minerva

1. The Roman name of Athena , the Greek and Roman goddess of wisdom.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Minerva¹

First recorded before 1000 Minerva fordef 1; 1780–85 Minerva fordef 2; from Latin Minerva, earlier Menerva, from unattested Meneswā, perhaps meaning “intelligent, wise (woman),” or “woman who measures (the phases of the moon)”

Example Sentences

The figure of the woman on the state seal in one corner is Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom.

From Los Angeles Times

In the Harry Potter films, she played the acerbic Professor Minerva McGonagall, famous for her pointed witch's hat and stern manner with the young wizards at Hogwarts.

From BBC

Psychology doctoral student Minerva Rodriguez is the lead author of the study.

From Science Daily

Minerva said there is no illegal deforestation in its supply chains.

From BBC

Gems he has returned and will now go on display include an intaglio made from black glass with a bust of Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom.

From BBC