Meaning & use

angelic

adjective·Everyday

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resembling an angel in beauty, innocence, or goodness.

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The choir's angelic voices filled the cathedral.

Despite her angelic smile, the toddler was famous for her mischief.

A note on using this word

Often used somewhat ironically to describe a child who looks innocent but behaves mischievously.

Words with a similar meaning

heavenlysaintlyinnocent

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Words with an opposite meaning

demonicdevilish

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