Firmament (Noun)
Meaning
The apparent surface of the imaginary sphere on which celestial bodies appear to be projected.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The stars twinkled like diamonds against the inky blackness of the firmament on a clear summer night.
- Ancient astronomers believed the firmament was a solid dome above the Earth, supporting the weight of the heavens.
- As the sun set, the firmament transformed into a kaleidoscope of colors, a breathtaking sight to behold.
- The constellations shone brightly in the firmament, guiding sailors and travelers through the ages.
- On a cloudless night, the firmament seemed to stretch on forever, a vast expanse of twinkling lights and mystery.