heaven

[ˈhɛvn]

heaven Definition

  • 1a place believed in some religions to be the home of God, where good people go when they die
  • 2a state of being happy that is so perfect it is like being in heaven

Using heaven: Examples

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

  • Example

    She believed that her late husband was now in heaven.

  • Example

    The view from the mountaintop was like heaven on earth.

  • Example

    The dessert tasted like heaven in my mouth.

  • Example

    He felt like he was in heaven when he won the lottery.

heaven Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for heaven

Antonyms for heaven

Idioms Using heaven

  • a place or situation that is extremely pleasant, beautiful, or enjoyable

    Example

    The beach resort was like heaven on earth with its clear blue waters and white sand beaches.

  • used to emphasize that you do not know something

    Example

    Heaven knows how long it will take to finish this project.

  • extremely happy and contented

    Example

    She was in seventh heaven when she got accepted into her dream school.

Phrases with heaven

  • used to say that you hope something will never happen

    Example

    Heaven forbid that we should ever have another war.

  • to do everything you can to achieve something

    Example

    We'll move heaven and earth to make sure you get the best medical care possible.

  • used to say that you think someone is in a difficult situation and needs help

    Example

    Heaven help us if we get lost in this forest.

Origins of heaven

from Old English 'heofon', meaning 'home of God'

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Summary: heaven in Brief

The term 'heaven' [ˈhɛvn] refers to a place believed to be the home of God, where good people go when they die. It also denotes a state of perfect happiness, as in 'The view from the mountaintop was like heaven on earth.' The phrase 'heaven forbid' expresses a hope that something never happens, while 'move heaven and earth' means doing everything possible to achieve something. 'Heaven on earth' describes a place or situation that is extremely pleasant, while 'in seventh heaven' means being extremely happy.

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