Sublime (en. Sublime)

/sy.blim/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
That which elevates the spirit or inspires profound admiration.
The mountain offers a sublime landscape at sunrise.
La montagne offre un paysage sublime au lever du soleil.
Something very high, perfect.
The character of this work is absolutely sublime.
Le caractère de cette œuvre est absolument sublime.
Elevation above what is ordinary.
His music is of a sublime beauty.
Sa musique est d'une beauté sublime.

Etymology

From Latin 'sublimis', meaning 'high, elevated, sublime'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sublime beauty
Beauty of an exceptional quality.
sublime beauté
sublime moment
A moment of great emotional intensity.
sublime moment
sublime silence
A silence filled with peace and tranquility.
sublime silence

Related Words

sublimate
To elevate a subject to a higher quality.
sublimer
sublimity
Quality of that which is sublime.
sublimité
sublimely
In a sublime manner.
sublimement

Slang Meanings

Something exceptionally good or impressive.
This movie is sublime, I didn't expect that!
Ce film est sublime, je ne m'attendais pas à ça !
Used to express great satisfaction.
This pizza is sublime!
Cette pizza, c'est sublime !