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aureole Synonyms

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• noun (Context 1)

A radiant circle or halo of light surrounding the head or whole body of a holy figure in religious art.

Usage Example

"In the medieval fresco, a golden aureola surrounds the figure of the saint."

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aureola
halo
nimbus
Strong
glory
mandorla

• noun (Context 2)

A luminous ring or corona visible around the sun or moon, especially during an eclipse or when seen through mist or thin clouds.

Usage Example

"Astronomers photographed the bright corona glowing around the eclipsed sun."

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corona
aureola
halo

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