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    Auréole (en. Aureole)

    /o.ʁe.ɔl/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A luminous circle surrounding the head of a sacred character.
    The angel had a golden aureole that shone brightly.
    L'ange avait une auréole dorée qui brillait fortement.
    A luminous zone accompanying certain divine representations.
    In the painting, Jesus is depicted with a dazzling aureole.
    Dans le tableau, Jésus est représenté avec une auréole éblouissante.
    Glow or halo around an idea, a personality.
    His genius aureole distinguishes him in the artistic community.
    Son auréole de génie le distingue dans le milieu artistique.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'aureola', diminutive of aureus, meaning 'in gold'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have an aureole
    To be perceived as innocent or virtuous.
    avoir une auréole
    to make one's aureole shine
    To seek to highlight one's qualities or successes.
    faire briller son auréole

    Related Words

    halo
    Luminous circle around an important figure.
    halo
    glow
    Diffuse light shine.
    lueur

    Slang Meanings

    To be considered a saint or perfect.
    He thinks he has an aureole just because he helps others.
    Il se croit avec une auréole juste parce qu'il aide les autres.
    To have an ideal or flawless reputation.
    She has an aureole at work, everyone admires her.
    Elle a une auréole dans son travail, tous l’admirent.