bethany

/ˈbɛθəni/

Definitions

1. noun

a place in the New Testament where Jesus is resurrected, especially as a symbol of eternal life

“The family visited Bethany to pay their respects at Jesus’ tomb.”

2. proper noun

a place name

“Bethany, West Virginia is a small town in the US state of West Virginia.”

Synonyms

  • haven
  • paradise

Antonyms

  • abyss
  • despair