Pronunciation: /ˈkætnɪs/

Definitions of katniss

noun a type of plant, specifically a genus of flowering plants in the family Orchidaceae

Example Sentences

A1 Katniss is a character from the Hunger Games series.

A2 In the Hunger Games, Katniss volunteers to take her sister's place in the games.

B1 Katniss is known for her archery skills and bravery in the face of danger.

B2 The character of Katniss Everdeen has inspired many young readers with her determination and resilience.

C1 Katniss's actions throughout the Hunger Games trilogy demonstrate her complex character and moral dilemmas.

C2 Critics have praised the portrayal of Katniss by actress Jennifer Lawrence for her depth and emotional range.

Examples of katniss in a Sentence

formal Katniss Everdeen is the protagonist of the Hunger Games series.

informal I love how badass Katniss is in the Hunger Games movies.

slang Katniss is a total boss when it comes to archery.

figurative Her determination and resilience make her the Katniss of our group.

Grammatical Forms of katniss

past tense

katnissed

plural

katnisses

comparative

more katniss

superlative

most katniss

present tense

katnisses

future tense

will katniss

perfect tense

have katnissed

continuous tense

is katnissing

singular

katniss

positive degree

katniss

infinitive

to katniss

gerund

katnissing

participle

katnissed

Origin and Evolution of katniss

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'katniss' originates from the plant known as arrowhead, specifically the species Sagittaria, which has arrow-shaped leaves and is commonly found in North America.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the plant, the word 'katniss' gained popularity through its association with the fictional character Katniss Everdeen from the Hunger Games series, leading to its use as a name for people and products.