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aura

 

[ หˆษ”หrษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

spiritual energy

An aura is a distinctive atmosphere or quality that seems to surround and be generated by a person, place, or thing. It is often associated with spiritual energy or a supernatural presence.

Synonyms

ambiance, atmosphere, vibe

Examples of usage

  • The aura of the old castle was said to be haunted by the spirits of past inhabitants.
  • She had a calming aura that put everyone at ease in her presence.
Context #2 | Noun

psychology

In psychology, an aura is a sensation that precedes a migraine or seizure, typically involving visual disturbances or other sensory experiences.

Synonyms

omen, precursor, warning sign

Examples of usage

  • She saw flashing lights and zigzag lines as part of her aura before the migraine hit.
  • The aura warned him of an impending seizure, allowing him to take necessary precautions.
Context #3 | Noun

New Age beliefs

In New Age beliefs, an aura is an invisible energy field that is said to surround a person's body and reflect their emotional and physical state.

Synonyms

energy field, glow, halo

Examples of usage

  • The healer claimed to see the aura of each individual and provide insights into their well-being.
  • She believed that by cleansing her aura, she could achieve inner peace and harmony.

Translations

Translations of the word "aura" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น aura

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค†เคญเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Aura

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ aura

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐัƒั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ aura

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ชใƒผใƒฉ (ลra)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท aura

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ aura

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท aura

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•„์šฐ๋ผ (aura)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‡ุงู„ุฉ (hala)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ aura

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ aura

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ…‰็Žฏ (guฤnghuรกn)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ aura

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ geislabaugur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐัƒั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒฃแƒ“แƒ˜ (audi)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ aura

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ aura

Etymology

The word 'aura' has origins in ancient Greek philosophy, where it referred to a gentle breeze or breath associated with a deity or divine presence. Over time, the concept of aura evolved to encompass a broader sense of spiritual energy or distinctive atmosphere. In the 19th century, the term gained popularity in spiritualism and esoteric beliefs, leading to its diverse meanings in modern contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,057, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.