aethereal

[əˈθɪərɪəl]

aethereal Definition

extremely delicate and light in a way that seems not to be of this world.

Using aethereal: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "aethereal" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The ballerina's movements were so graceful and aethereal.

  • Example

    The painting depicted an aethereal landscape of clouds and light.

  • Example

    The music had an aethereal quality that transported the listener to another realm.

aethereal Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for aethereal

Phrases with aethereal

  • a hypothetical level of existence beyond the physical world

    Example

    In some belief systems, the aethereal plane is where the souls of the departed go after death.

  • beauty that is delicate, graceful, and seemingly not of this world

    Example

    The sunset over the ocean was an aethereal beauty that took my breath away.

  • music that is light, delicate, and seemingly not of this world

    Example

    The composer's aethereal music was inspired by his dreams and visions.

Origins of aethereal

from Greek 'aithēr', meaning 'upper air'

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Summary: aethereal in Brief

'Aethereal' [əˈθɪərɪəl] describes something that is extremely delicate and light, with a quality that seems not to be of this world. It can be used to describe movements, landscapes, or music, as in 'The ballerina's movements were so graceful and aethereal.' 'Aethereal' extends into phrases like 'aethereal plane,' denoting a hypothetical level of existence beyond the physical world.