DIVA

Etymology

Noun

diva (plural dive or divas)

Any female celebrity, usually a well known singer or actress. [from the 19th c.]

A person who may be considered or who considers herself (or by extension himself) much more important than others, has high expectations of others and who is extremely demanding and fussy when it comes to personal privileges.

Synonyms

• (self-important person): prima donna

Anagrams

• AIVD, Adiv, Vida, avid

Source: Wiktionary


Di"va (de"va), n.; It. pl. Dive (de"va). [It., prop. fem. of divo divine, L. divus.]

Definition: A prima donna.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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