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auréola — meaning in English

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English meaning

halo noun A circle of light shown around the head of a holy figure in art.

Senses

auréola is used for these senses in English:

aureola Radiance of luminous cloud that surrounds the figure in a painting of a sacred personage.
halo (religion) nimbus, a luminous disc, often of gold, around or over the heads of saints, etc., in religious paintings.

halo — full definition

noun A circle of light shown around the head of a holy figure in art.
noun A ring of light around the sun or moon, or a similar glowing ring.
verb To surround with a ring of light.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Portuguese words

halo nimbo aureolar halo-