aureola
- noun
- /ɔːˈriːələ/
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aura
- The scientist's discoveries created an aureola of brilliance that inspired young researchers.
Examples
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The aureola of her laughter was contagious!
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Her kindness gave her an aureola that made everyone feel comfortable in her presence.
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The artist painted a golden aureola around the saint's head in the mural.
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The artist captured the aureola of serenity around her subject.
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The artist captured the politician's aureola of influence in the portrait, suggesting his powerful presence.
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Her charity work has created an aureola of goodwill and respect within the community.
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He moved through the crowd with an aureola of confidence that drew everyone's attention.
Synonyms
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6.8
A feeling around a person, place, or thing that others notice
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6.4
A mood you feel from a place, person, or music
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6.3
A special feeling people notice around a person, place, or thing
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7.2
A quality that makes a person or thing seem mysterious and attractive
Antonyms
Compounds
- Specialized
A small bunting with a bright yellow chest called the yellow-breasted bunting found in Russia and Siberia
How Renowned
Surface Forms
Etymology
Aureola comes from Latin aureolus and aurum 'gold', so it originally meant a small 'golden' circle. By picture, it now means the 'glow' or reputation around a person or thing, like a golden aura that makes them seem special.