Phoenix

/ˈfiːnɪks/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A mythical bird that is said to burst into flames upon death and rise from its ashes, symbolizing rebirth and immortality.

The story of the phoenix is a powerful metaphor for resilience in the face of adversity.

A person or thing that has been restored after suffering destruction or apparent defeat.

After the company faced bankruptcy, it emerged like a phoenix, stronger than ever before.

A constellation in the southern sky, represented by a mythical bird.

Astronomers often observe the stars in the constellation of Phoenix during their night sky explorations.

from Latin 'phoenix,' from Greek 'phoinix'.

rise like a phoenix

to emerge from a difficult situation stronger than before.

mythical phoenix

referring to any person or thing that has overcome great adversity.

rebirth

the process of being born again.

immortality

the ability to live forever; eternal life.

To make a comeback

After the layoff, he really phoenixed and landed a great job.

To rise from adversity

She phoenixed after her breakup and focused on her career.