Learn a Word Daily — Ethereal
Your Word of the Day — Ethereal: definition, nuance, usage & audio.
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Word of the Day · November 28, 2025
Ethereal
ih-THEER-ee-uhl · adjective
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Definition
- Extremely delicate and light; airy, heavenly.
- Otherworldly; celestial.
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Origin & Etymology
From Greek aithēr “upper air, ether.”
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Nuance
Often used for light, translucent aesthetics or sounds.
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Usage
“An ethereal melody drifted through the chapel.”
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Fun Fact
“Ether” once referred to a supposed fifth element beyond air.
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