amelia

/əˈmiːliə/

Definitions

1. noun

A female given name, derived from the Germanic word for ‘work’ or ‘industry’.

“Her parents named her Amelia after her great-grandmother, who was a successful businesswoman.”

2. proper noun

A place or location, especially a city or town.

“Amelia Island is a popular tourist destination in Florida.”

3. noun

A type of butterfly, specifically the Eastern tiger swallowtail.

“The Amelia butterfly was spotted in the garden, its beautiful wings a sight to behold.”

Synonyms

  • hardworking
  • industrious

Antonyms

  • idle
  • lazy