Synonyms for

Vesta

Verb / ˈvestʌ / Another word for vesta — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Vesta is a Roman goddess of the hearth and home.

Synonyms & similar words

vesta Hestia homebody homemaker housewife caretaker housekeeper maid nanny babysitter childminder governess nurse parent father mother homestead

Example sentences

  1. My mom is like Vesta, she always makes sure the house is clean and comfortable.
  2. Vesta was an important goddess in Roman mythology, she was associated with the home and family.
  3. The ancient Romans would make offerings, such as food and wine, to Vesta at their home hearths.
  4. The Vestal Virgins were priestesses who tended to the sacred flame of Vesta in ancient Rome.
  5. The temple of Vesta was located in the Roman Forum and was an important religious site.

Quotes

  • "For a moment, she felt a little pang of envy for Vesta, the goddess of the hearth and home."
  • "I'm not a domestic goddess. I'm a homebody."
  • "The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page." - Saint Augustine (Vesta could be associated with the home as a place to read and learn.)

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