Paradisaical: meaning, definitions and examples

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paradisaical

 

[ ˌpærəˈdaɪzɪkəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

descriptive quality

Paradisaical describes something that is very pleasant, delightful, or like paradise. It often refers to lush, idyllic environments that evoke feelings of happiness and tranquility.

Synonyms

blissful, heavenly, idyllic, utopian.

Examples of usage

  • The paradisaical landscape was filled with vibrant flowers and tranquil waters.
  • She described her vacation as a paradisaical escape from reality.
  • The garden had a paradisaical charm, attracting visitors from all over.

Translations

Translations of the word "paradisaical" in other languages:

🇵🇹 paradisíaco

🇮🇳 स्वर्गीय

🇩🇪 paradiesisch

🇮🇩 paradisial

🇺🇦 райський

🇵🇱 rajski

🇯🇵 楽園の

🇫🇷 paradisiaque

🇪🇸 paradisíaco

🇹🇷 cennet gibi

🇰🇷 천국의

🇸🇦 جنة

🇨🇿 rajský

🇸🇰 rajský

🇨🇳 天堂般的

🇸🇮 rajski

🇮🇸 paradíslegur

🇰🇿 жұмақтық

🇬🇪 პარადიზული

🇦🇿 cənnətə bənzər

🇲🇽 paradisíaco

Etymology

The word 'paradisaical' derives from 'paradise', which has its roots in the Ancient Greek word 'paradeisos', meaning 'enclosed park' or 'garden'. This was adopted into Latin as 'paradisus', and ultimately became 'paradise' in Middle English. The term 'paradisaical' emerged in the English language as an adjective in the 19th century to describe something that is reminiscent of paradise or having qualities that are delightful and enchanting. Over time, it has taken on connotations of beauty, peace, and idealism, often associated with nature and serene environments. This word reflects humanity's enduring fascination with the idealized notion of paradise as a place of perfect happiness and contentment.