The word "adonisee" is a variant spelling of the word "adonize," which means to admire or worship someone excessively. The spelling of "adonisee" reflects the pronunciation of the word with a long "i" sound ( /aˈdɒnɪzi/ ) instead of the traditional spelling with a "y" (adonize). The use of IPA phonetic transcription helps to clarify the pronunciation and spelling of the word by breaking down the sounds and indicating where the stress falls in the word.