Elysian
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Adj — Blissfully happy; heavenly, as if belonging to paradise.
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A literary, slightly old-fashioned word — more at home in poetry or elevated prose than everyday speech.
Etymology
From Elysium, the paradise of Greek and Roman mythology reserved for heroic and virtuous souls after death.
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What does “Elysian” mean?
The word “Elysian” means blissfully happy; heavenly, as if belonging to paradise. In plain terms, describes something so peaceful and pleasant it feels like paradise.
How do you pronounce “Elysian”?
“Elysian” is pronounced ih-LIHZ-ee-uhn (/ɪˈlɪʒ.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Elysian” in a sentence?
Here is “Elysian” used in a sentence: “They spent an elysian week lounging on the beach with nothing to do.”
What part of speech is “Elysian”?
“Elysian” is an adjective.
Where does the word “Elysian” come from?
The word “Elysian” comes from Greek. From Elysium, the paradise of Greek and Roman mythology reserved for heroic and virtuous souls after death.