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empyrean

/,empai'ri:ən/
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Word: Empyrean

Part of Speech: Adjective (also used as a noun)

Definition: The word "empyrean" relates to the sky or heavens. It often describes things that are heavenly, sublime, or of great beauty that inspires awe. In literature and poetry, it might be used to describe the highest point of something, often evoking a sense of wonder.

Usage Instructions: 1. As an adjective: Use "empyrean" to describe something that has qualities of the heavens or is exceptionally beautiful. 2. As a noun: It can refer to the highest heavenly sphere or the sky.

Example Sentences: - The empyrean beauty of the sunrise left us speechless. - He gazed up at the empyrean, marveling at the stars twinkling above.

Advanced Usage: When used in literature, "empyrean" can convey deep philosophical or spiritual meanings. It might describe not just beauty but also the idea of something transcendent or divine.

Word Variants: - Empyrean (noun): Refers to the highest part of heaven in ancient cosmology; the celestial sphere. - Empyreality (noun): The quality of being empyrean or heavenly. - Empyreal (adjective): Another form of "empyrean," also meaning celestial or heavenly.

Different Meanings: - In a more technical sense in astronomy, "empyrean" can refer to the imaginary sphere where celestial bodies appear to be projected.

Synonyms: - Celestial - Heavenly - Sublime - Divine - Ethereal

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:There are no common idioms or phrasal verbs specifically associated with "empyrean." However, you might encounter phrases that describe something as "heavenly" or "out of this world" to convey similar meanings.

Adjective
  1. inspiring awe
    • well-meaning ineptitude that rises to empyreal absurdity- M.S.Dworkin
    • empyrean aplomb- Hamilton Basso
    • the sublime beauty of the night
  2. of or relating to the sky or heavens
    • the empyrean sphere
Noun
  1. the apparent surface of the imaginary sphere on which celestial bodies appear to be projected

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