Halo

/ˈheɪloʊ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A circle of light appearing to surround the sun or moon.

The moon had a beautiful halo around it, making the night sky look magical.

An aura of glory, veneration, or sentiment surrounding a particular thing.

The actor's long career left a halo of admiration among his fans.

In theology, a representation of a radiance surrounding the head of a saint or holy person.

The paintings often depicted saints with a golden halo above their heads.

An optical phenomenon that creates a ring of light around the sun or moon, caused by the refraction of ice crystals in the atmosphere.

After the storm, a stunning halo appeared in the sky, catching everyone's attention.

verb

To surround or encompass with a halo.

The setting sun haloed the horizon in shades of orange and pink.

From Latin 'haloe', from Greek 'halōs' meaning 'disk' or 'threshing floor'.

halo effect

A cognitive bias where an observer's overall impression of a person influences their thoughts on that person's character.

halo around the sun

An atmospheric phenomenon where a circle of light appears around the sun.

angelic halo

Refers to a symbolic representation of a saint or holy person.

aura

A subtle emanation surrounding a person or thing, often regarded as a subjective sensation.

nimbus

A luminous cloud or a atmosphere that appears around a deity or saint.

glory

High renown or honor won by notable achievements.

A term used to describe a person who seems extraordinarily blessed or lucky.

Ever since she won the lottery, she's been living in a halo.

Used to refer to someone who is perceived as good or virtuous in a self-righteous manner.

He acts like he has a halo all the time.