Angelical: meaning, definitions and examples
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angelical
[ ænˈdʒɛl.ɪ.kəl ]
describing qualities
The term 'angelical' refers to a quality or characteristic that resembles or suggests angels. It often implies purity, holiness, and an ethereal nature. Something that is angelical may evoke feelings of serenity, beauty, and kindness. This word is typically used in contexts relating to morality, spirituality, or descriptions of people and their behaviors.
Synonyms
celestial, divine, heavenly, seraphic
Examples of usage
- She has an angelical smile that lights up the room.
- His angelical laughter brings joy to everyone around him.
- The painting depicted an angelical figure bathed in soft light.
Translations
Translations of the word "angelical" in other languages:
🇵🇹 angelical
🇮🇳 स्वर्गदूत
🇩🇪 engelsgleich
🇮🇩 malaikat
🇺🇦 ангельський
🇵🇱 aniołowaty
🇯🇵 天使の
🇫🇷 angélique
🇪🇸 angélico
🇹🇷 melek gibi
🇰🇷 천사 같은
🇸🇦 ملاك
🇨🇿 andělský
🇸🇰 anjelský
🇨🇳 天使的
🇸🇮 angelik
🇮🇸 engilskt
🇰🇿 періште
🇬🇪 ანგელოზური
🇦🇿 mələksayağı
🇲🇽 angélico
Etymology
The word 'angelical' comes from the Middle English term 'angelik' derived from the Old French 'angélique' and the Latin 'angelicus', which in turn comes from the Greek 'angelikos', meaning 'of an angel'. The root 'angel' originates from the Greek 'angelos', meaning 'messenger'. Throughout history, angels have been viewed as divine beings that serve as intermediaries between God and humanity. The term 'angelical' began to be used more frequently in literature and religious texts to describe those who possess qualities befitting angels, such as grace and kindness. The word also evolved in various religious contexts, emphasizing purity and goodness associated with angelic beings. Over time, its usage expanded into secular language to denote anything that embodies a similar ethereal or virtuous nature.