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sublime — meaning in English

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English meaning

sublime adj So impressive, beautiful, or grand that it inspires deep awe.

Senses

sublime is used for these senses in English:

sublime (chiefly, poetic, archaic) Of a person: dignified, majestic, noble.
sublime Something which is sublime; a sublimity.

sublime — full definition

adj So impressive, beautiful, or grand that it inspires deep awe.
verb For a solid to turn directly into a gas without passing through a liquid stage, or to cause it to do so (a chemistry term also called sublimating).

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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”.

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”.