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Definition of godavari
godavari
/ɡoʊˈdɑːvəri/
Go · da · va · ri
godavari Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A major river in central and southeastern India that originates in the Western Ghats of Maharashtra and flows east across the Deccan Plateau into the Bay of Bengal, recognized as the second longest river in India.
Example
"The Godavari is often referred to as the Dakshin Ganga, or Ganges of the South, due to its immense agricultural and cultural significance."
Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the Sanskrit name 'Godāvarī', historically interpreted as 'granting water' or 'bestowing kine' (cows), reflecting the river's vital, life-sustaining presence in the region.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Godavari. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/godavari