Sublime: meaning, definitions and examples

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sublime

 

[ sษ™หˆblaษชm ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

feeling or quality

of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration or awe

Synonyms

excellent, glorious, magnificent, splendid.

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Word Description / Examples
sublime

Used to describe something that inspires great admiration or awe because of its beauty or excellence. Often used in artistic and natural contexts.

  • The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely sublime.
  • Her performance in the play was truly sublime, leaving the audience in tears.
excellent

Used to describe something that is very good in quality or exceptionally well done. Commonly used in various everyday contexts, such as work, school, and customer service.

  • She received an excellent grade on her final exam.
  • The restaurant has excellent service and delicious food.
magnificent

Used to describe something that is extremely beautiful, impressive, or excellent. Suitable for describing grand and impressive things, such as architecture, scenery, or achievements.

  • The palace was magnificent, with its towering spires and intricate details.
  • Her dress was magnificent, shimmering with every step she took.
splendid

Used to describe something that is very impressive and beautiful. Often used in positive descriptions of events, performances, or appearances.

  • The performance was splendid, drawing applause from the entire audience.
  • They enjoyed a splendid dinner at their favorite restaurant.
glorious

Used to describe something that is splendid and beautiful in a way that evokes admiration and praise. Often used to describe events, weather, and achievements.

  • The team celebrated a glorious victory after months of hard work.
  • We enjoyed a glorious sunny day at the beach.

Examples of usage

  • The view from the top of the mountain was truly sublime.
  • The music had a sublime quality that touched the soul.
Context #2 | Noun

philosophy

a concept or idea that is of a high moral, aesthetic, intellectual, or spiritual value

Synonyms

excellence, grandeur, magnificence, nobility.

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sublime

Usually used to describe something of such excellence or beauty that it inspires great admiration or awe. Often associated with an almost otherworldly quality.

  • The mountain scenery was simply sublime.
  • Her voice was of a sublime quality during the performance.
excellence

Used when referring to the quality of being outstanding or extremely good in a specific area. Doesn't necessarily evoke emotional awe but communicates superiority or high standard.

  • The university is known for its academic excellence.
  • Her work demonstrated a consistent level of excellence.
magnificence

Used to describe something that is richly beautiful or stunningly impressive. Often used in the context of visual impact, like glorious landscapes or luxurious items.

  • The magnificence of the royal garden left everyone in awe.
  • They admired the magnificence of the sunset.
nobility

Refers to the quality of being noble in character or having high moral standards. It can also relate to aristocratic status but is often used to highlight honorable behavior.

  • Her actions during the crisis showed true nobility of spirit.
  • The king's nobility was admired by his subjects.
grandeur

Typically used to describe something that is impressive because of its size, power, or beauty. Often used in the context of architecture, nature, or events with a sense of grandeur or importance.

  • The grandeur of the palace was breathtaking.
  • The ceremony was filled with grandeur and elegance.

Examples of usage

  • In romanticism, nature was often seen as a sublime force.
  • The artist aimed to capture the sublime in his paintings.

Translations

Translations of the word "sublime" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sublime

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคคเฅเค•เฅƒเคทเฅเคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช erhaben

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ agung

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั–ะดะฝะตัะตะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wzniosล‚y

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅด‡้ซ˜ใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sublime

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sublime

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yรผce

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ˆญ๊ณ ํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑุงุฆุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vzneลกenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vzneลกenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅด‡้ซ˜็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vzviลกen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ upphafin

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐัา›ะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ›แƒแƒฆแƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uca

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sublime

Etymology

The word 'sublime' originated from the Latin word 'sublimis', meaning 'uplifted' or 'lofty'. It was first used in the English language in the 16th century to describe something of outstanding beauty or excellence. Over time, 'sublime' has come to represent not just physical beauty, but also intellectual, spiritual, and moral greatness.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,667 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.