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angel

[ˈeɪndʒəl]

angel Definition

a spiritual being believed to act as an attendant, agent, or messenger of God, conventionally represented in human form with wings and a long robe.

Using angel: Examples

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

  • Example

    The angel appeared to Mary in a dream.

  • Example

    I believe that my guardian angel is watching over me.

  • Example

    She was like an angel, always helping others.

angel Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for angel

  • spirit
  • divine messenger
  • heavenly being

Phrases with angel

  • a wicked or rebellious angel who has been cast out of heaven

    Example

    Lucifer is the most famous fallen angel.

  • a spirit believed to protect and guide a particular person

    Example

    I feel like my grandmother is my guardian angel, watching over me.

  • business angel

    an affluent individual who provides capital for a business start-up, usually in exchange for ownership equity or convertible debt

    Example

    We were able to launch our startup thanks to the investment from a business angel.

Origins of angel

from Old English 'engel', from Latin 'angelus', from Greek 'angelos' meaning 'messenger'

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Summary: angel in Brief

An 'angel' [ˈeɪndʒəl] is a spiritual being believed to act as an attendant, agent, or messenger of God, conventionally represented in human form with wings and a long robe. Angels are often depicted in religious art and literature, and are believed to watch over and protect people. Phrases like 'fallen angel' and 'guardian angel' use 'angel' to denote a wicked or rebellious angel, and a spirit believed to protect and guide a particular person, respectively.

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