alicia

/əˈliːsiə/ or /ɑˈliːsə/

Definitions

1. proper noun

a given name, traditionally associated with Saint Agnes in Christian tradition, especially popular in Spain and Latin America.

“My sister Alicia is getting married next month.”

2. proper noun

the name of several places, including a city in Mexico and a lake in the United States.

“Alicia, Mexico, is a charming colonial town.”

3. proper noun

the name of several notable people, including an American singer-songwriter.

“Alicia Keys is a talented singer and pianist.”

4. noun

a small, delicate, or elegant thing.

“The alicia on her necklace was exquisite.”

5. noun

a type of butterfly or moth.

“The alicia butterfly is a rare species in our region.”

Synonyms

  • Agatha
  • Agnes

Antonyms

  • impure
  • unholy