Cherubic: meaning, definitions and examples
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cherubic
[ ˈcherəˌbik ]
describing innocence
Cherubic describes a sweet, innocent, and pure appearance, often resembling that of a child. It is frequently associated with the seraphim, the angelic beings that are depicted as having childlike faces and joyous expressions. The term evokes feelings of innocence and joyousness.
Synonyms
angelic, childlike, innocent, sweet.
Examples of usage
- The cherubic smile of the young girl brightened the room.
- He had a cherubic face that made everyone feel at ease.
- The artist painted a cherubic angel hovering above the scene.
Translations
Translations of the word "cherubic" in other languages:
🇵🇹 querubim
🇮🇳 चेरबिक
🇩🇪 cherubisch
🇮🇩 cherubic
🇺🇦 херувимний
🇵🇱 cherubiczny
🇯🇵 ケルビムのような
🇫🇷 chérubique
🇪🇸 querubín
🇹🇷 kerubik
🇰🇷 천사 같은
🇸🇦 ملاك
🇨🇿 cherubínský
🇸🇰 cherubínsky
🇨🇳 天使的
🇸🇮 kerubinski
🇮🇸 kerúbískur
🇰🇿 херувим
🇬🇪 ქერუბული
🇦🇿 kerub
🇲🇽 querubín
Etymology
The term 'cherubic' originates from the Middle English word 'cherubik', which is derived from the Late Latin 'cherubicus', tracing back to the Greek 'cheroub' and Hebrew 'keruv', referring to a type of angelic being. In biblical texts, cherubs are depicted as guardian figures often associated with the presence of God. Over time, the word evolved to embody qualities of purity and innocence, particularly in reference to children's appearance and demeanor. In art, especially during the Renaissance, cherubic figures were commonly depicted with chubby faces and large, innocent eyes, further cementing the term's association with youthful innocence.