Aphrodite Word Search

Illustrated Aphrodite scene — AI-generated artwork behind this myth's word search puzzle
Illustrated Aphrodite scene — AI-generated artwork behind this myth's word search puzzle

Aphrodite, as a word search. 12 words drawn from the gods, heroes, and creatures of a mythology sit hidden in a 15×15 letter grid, running in every direction. Drag across a word to claim it, and clear the board to finish.

Words to find: APHRODITE, ADONIS, ANCHISES, EROS, HARMONIA, HEPHAESTUS, HERA, HESPERIDES, HORAE, HYMEN, MYRRH, NARCISSUS.

Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.

Aphrodite word list, defined

APHRODITE /ˌæfrəˈdaɪtiː/ · noun
The ancient Greek goddess of love, beauty, and sexual desire, worshipped throughout the Greek world and later identified by the Romans with Venus. Related: Venus, Cytherea, Cypris.
ADONIS /əˈdɒnɪs/ (British), /əˈdɑːnɪs/ (US) · noun
An extremely handsome young man. Also, in capitalized form (Adonis), the name of a beautiful youth in Greek mythology beloved by Aphrodite. Related: hunk, heartthrob, beauty, stunner.
EROS /ˈɛrɒs/ · noun
Eros is sexual love or desire, especially as a creative or life-giving force, in contrast to other forms of love. In Greek mythology, Eros is the god of love and sexual desire, typically depicted as the son of Aphrodite. Related: desire, passion, lust, libido.
HYMEN /ˈhaɪmən/ · noun
A thin fold of tissue at the opening of the vagina. Its shape, flexibility, and degree of openness vary considerably, so its appearance is not a reliable indication of sexual experience. Related: maidenhead, virginity.
MYRRH /mɜːr/ (British); /mɝːr/ (US) · noun
An aromatic, resinous substance obtained from trees of the genus Commiphora and used traditionally in incense, perfume, medicine, and embalming. The name also refers to trees that produce this resin. Related: resin, gum resin, fragrant resin, incense resin.
NARCISSUS /ˈnɑːrsɪkəs/ · noun
A narcissus is any of several bulbous flowering plants in the genus Narcissus, typically bearing trumpet-shaped yellow, white, or orange flowers. In literature and figurative use, it can also refer to a person excessively preoccupied with their own appearance or abilities. Related: daffodil, self-admirer, narcissist.

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