nimbus Antonyms
Meaning of nimbus
nimbus (n)
a dark grey cloud bearing rain
an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint
nimbus (n.)
A circle, or disk, or any indication of radiant light around the heads of divinities, saints, and sovereigns, upon medals, pictures, etc.; a halo. See Aureola, and Glory, n., 5.
A rain cloud; one of the four principal varieties of clouds. See Cloud.
nimbus Sentence Examples
- The nimbus surrounding the supernova illuminated the vast expanse of space.
- A nimbus of mist enveloped the mountaintop, obscuring its jagged peaks.
- The statue of the saint was haloed by a golden nimbus, signifying its divine presence.
- The nimbus cloud brought a refreshing downpour, quenching the thirst of the parched land.
- The spectators gasped in awe as a nimbus of fire erupted from the volcano's summit.
- The horse's hooves beat a thunderous rhythm against the ground, creating a nimbus of dust and gravel.
- The nimbus fish darted through the water with astonishing speed, its iridescent scales shimmering like a thousand stars.
- The nimbus of pollen from the blooming flowers filled the air with a sweet fragrance.
- The nimbus of uncertainty surrounding the outcome of the election kept the nation on tenterhooks.
- The nimbus of knowledge enveloped the wise sage as he shared his wisdom with eager students.
FAQs About the word nimbus
a dark grey cloud bearing rain, an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saintA circle, or disk, or any indication of radiant light around the
aura, air, atmosphere, ambiance, karma, feel, odor, flavor, aroma, mood
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The nimbus surrounding the supernova illuminated the vast expanse of space.
A nimbus of mist enveloped the mountaintop, obscuring its jagged peaks.
The statue of the saint was haloed by a golden nimbus, signifying its divine presence.
The nimbus cloud brought a refreshing downpour, quenching the thirst of the parched land.
