Ambrosia/æmˈbrəʊʒə/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Mythological Origin Relates to Greek mythology, used to depict divine or exalted qualities. Her voice was like ambrosia to the weary travelers. Pro Tip 2/3Historical Usage Less commonly used today, but may appear in historical or mythological texts. The scholars studied ambrosia as part of ancient religious rites. Pro Tip 3/3Figurative Speech Can be used figuratively to express something divine or perfect. Dining at the chef's table was like savoring ambrosia.