adj
angelic
an-JEH-lihk
adj
1
Resembling or characteristic of an angel; heavenly.
"The choir's singing had an almost angelic quality."
"She gave him an angelic smile that hid her mischief."
2
Extremely well-behaved, sweet, or beautiful.
"The toddler was surprisingly angelic during the long flight."
How to Use Angelic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribing something or someone that seems pure, heavenly, or perfectly behaved.
Common pairings
angelic voice
angelic face
angelic behavior
Word Forms
more angelic comparative, Angelics plural, most angelic superlative
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Etymology
From Latin angelicus, from Greek angelikos ("of a messenger"), related to angelos ("angel").