aureole (Meaning)
aureole (n)
the outermost region of the sun's atmosphere; visible as a white halo during a solar eclipse
an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint
aureole (n.)
A celestial crown or accidental glory added to the bliss of heaven, as a reward to those (as virgins, martyrs, preachers, etc.) who have overcome the world, the flesh, and the devil.
The circle of rays, or halo of light, with which painters surround the figure and represent the glory of Christ, saints, and others held in special reverence.
A halo, actual or figurative.
See Areola, 2.
Synonyms & Antonyms of aureole
aureole Sentence Examples
- The angel descended, its aureole casting an ethereal glow upon the scene.
- The saint's stained-glass portrait depicted her with a golden aureole, symbolizing her divine radiance.
- The celestial body emitted a faint glow, its aureole visible from afar.
- The artist effortlessly captured the ethereal beauty of the aureole in their painting.
- The holy text described the prophet's face as radiant, surrounded by an aureole of light.
- The mystical figure appeared from the mist, its aureole illuminating its path.
- The ancient artifact bore an intricate depiction of an aureole, suggesting its sacred significance.
- The sunset's golden rays created an ethereal aureole around the horizon.
- The wise sage's aura seemed to emanate an ethereal aureole, inspiring awe and reverence.
- The newborn child possessed a faint, celestial aureole that adorned its tiny head.
FAQs About the word aureole
the outermost region of the sun's atmosphere; visible as a white halo during a solar eclipse, an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saintA c
halo,glory, corona,aura, nimbus,starburst, sunburst
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The angel descended, its aureole casting an ethereal glow upon the scene.
The saint's stained-glass portrait depicted her with a golden aureole, symbolizing her divine radiance.
The celestial body emitted a faint glow, its aureole visible from afar.
The artist effortlessly captured the ethereal beauty of the aureole in their painting.
