gloriole

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint

Etymology

From Latin gloriola.

In classic literature

Synonyms

aura, aureole, halo, nimbus, glory

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