gertrude

/ˈdʒɜːrtruːd/ or /ˈdʒɜːtrʊd/

Definitions

1. noun

A feminine given name, originally Germanic in origin and derived from two elements ‘ger’ meaning spear and ‘trud’ meaning strength or power.

“The protagonist’s grandmother, Gertrude, was a kind-hearted woman who always supported her family.”

Synonyms

  • Gertie
  • Gertrud
  • Trudy

Antonyms

  • weakling