heavenly
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for heavenly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Relating to heaven or the sky.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use heavenly
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From "heaven" plus the adjective suffix "-ly."
Full origin of heavenly →Frequently asked questions
What does “heavenly” mean?
The word “heavenly” means relating to heaven or the sky. In plain terms, either literally relating to heaven/the sky, or, informally, simply "wonderful.".
How do you pronounce “heavenly”?
“Heavenly” is pronounced HEH-vuhn-lee (/ˈhɛvənli/ in IPA).
How do you use “heavenly” in a sentence?
Here is “heavenly” used in a sentence: “They gazed up at the heavenly bodies through the telescope.”
What part of speech is “heavenly”?
“Heavenly” is an adjective.
Is “heavenly” a common word?
“Heavenly” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “heavenly” have?
“Heavenly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to heaven or the sky.
What is the difference between heavenly and celestial?
Heavenly is a common, everyday word that can describe both the literal sky or heaven and something wonderfully pleasing, like a meal or a view. Celestial is more formal and technical, used mainly in astronomy and scientific writing to describe stars, planets, and space.
Can heavenly be used to describe food or experiences?
Yes, heavenly is very commonly used informally to describe something extremely pleasing, such as heavenly food, heavenly weather, or a heavenly holiday. This figurative sense is often more frequent in everyday speech than its literal meaning relating to the sky or heaven.
Is heavenly a formal or informal word?
Heavenly works in both formal and informal contexts. In its literal sense (relating to heaven or the sky) it appears in religious, poetic, and astronomical writing, while its figurative sense (wonderful, extremely pleasing) is common in casual, conversational speech.