the apparent surface of the imaginary sphere on which celestial bodies appear to be projected
empyrean
How to use empyrean in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for empyrean.
Editorial note
He had not known how much it affected him till now-now that the very name 'Space' seemed a blasphemous libel for this empyrean ocean of radiance in which they swam.
Quick take
the apparent surface of the imaginary sphere on which celestial bodies appear to be projected
Meaning at a glance
The clearest senses and uses of empyrean gathered in one view.
of or relating to the sky or heavens; "the empyrean sphere"
inspiring awe; "well-meaning ineptitude that rises to empyreal absurdity"- M.S.Dworkin; "empyrean aplomb"- Hamilton Basso; "the sublime beauty of the night"
Definitions
Core meanings and parts of speech for empyrean.
noun
the apparent surface of the imaginary sphere on which celestial bodies appear to be projected
adjective
of or relating to the sky or heavens; "the empyrean sphere"
See also: empyreal
adjective
inspiring awe; "well-meaning ineptitude that rises to empyreal absurdity"- M.S.Dworkin; "empyrean aplomb"- Hamilton Basso; "the sublime beauty of the night"
Example sentences
He had not known how much it affected him till now-now that the very name 'Space' seemed a blasphemous libel for this empyrean ocean of radiance in which they swam.
Frequently asked questions
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How do you use empyrean in a sentence?
He had not known how much it affected him till now-now that the very name 'Space' seemed a blasphemous libel for this empyrean ocean of radiance in which they swam.
What does empyrean mean?
the apparent surface of the imaginary sphere on which celestial bodies appear to be projected
What part of speech is empyrean?
empyrean is commonly used as noun, adjective.