Here is the requested information for "sybil":
1. Parts of Speech: Noun
2. Definitions:
- A womans name of Greek origin meaning "prophetess" or "oracle."
- A person, typically a woman, who is believed to have multiple personalities or identities.
3. Pronunciations:
- US: /ˈsɪbəl/ (SIB-uhl)
- UK: /ˈsɪbɪl/ (SIB-il)
4. Origin and Usage: The name "Sybil" originated from the Greek word "sibylla," meaning "prophetess" or "oracle." It was commonly used as a name for women in ancient Greece. In modern times, the name has gained additional usage as a term for a person with multiple personalities or identities, after the famous case of "Sybil" in the 1970s.
5. Synonyms: None
6. Related Words: basil, civil, sable
7. Example Sentences:
- "Sybil was a common name for women in ancient Greece."
- "The famous case of Sybil in the 1970s brought attention to the condition of multiple personalities."
- "Basil, civil, and sable are all related 5 letter words to Sybil."