Ethereal

/ɪˈθɪəriəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

extremely delicate and light in a way that seems too perfect for this world; celestial or heavenly.

The ethereal beauty of the dancer captivated the entire audience.

of or relating to the regions beyond the earth; heavenly.

The painting depicted an ethereal landscape that felt otherworldly.

light, airy, or tenuous.

Her ethereal voice filled the concert hall, resonating with purity.

having little substance; intangible.

As he spoke, an ethereal quality seemed to envelop his words.

characterized by an exquisite, fragile beauty.

The designer created an ethereal gown that flowed gracefully around her.

From Greek 'aitherios', meaning 'of the upper air'; related to 'aether' meaning 'the clear sky, pure fresh air'.

ethereal beauty

A beauty that is delicate and otherworldly.

ethereal music

Music that is light and airy, often producing a surreal experience.

ethereal realm

A non-physical or spiritual realm, often associated with the heavens.

aether

the clear sky; the upper regions of air beyond the clouds.

celestial

pertaining to the sky or outer space; heavenly.

diaphanous

light, delicate, and translucent.

Something that is unreal or dreamlike.

That party had an ethereal vibe; it felt like we were in another world.

Fashion or style that is exceptionally light or delicate.

Her ethereal dress made her look like a fairy from a storybook.