Aura (Noun)
Meaning 1
A sensation (as of a cold breeze or bright light) that precedes the onset of certain disorders such as a migraine attack or epileptic seizure.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Meaning 2
A distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing; "an air of mystery"; "the house had a neglected air"; "an atmosphere of defeat pervaded the candidate's headquarters"; "the place had an aura of romance".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Synonyms
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Meaning 3
An indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The stained glass window depicted a halo around the saint's head, but in medieval art, it was more common to see an aura surrounding the saint's entire body.
- In Renaissance paintings, the aura of a saint was often represented as a circle of light around their head, signifying their divine nature.
- The icon of the saint glowed with a soft, ethereal aura that seemed to emanate from within.
- According to legend, the aura of a saint was a physical manifestation of their spiritual purity and could be seen by those who were pure of heart.
- In some artistic depictions, the aura of a saint was shown as a series of concentric circles, each one representing a different level of spiritual enlightenment.