Meaning & use
empyrean
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The highest heaven, traditionally thought to be the realm of pure fire or light; the sky or firmament.
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The cathedral's ceiling was painted to resemble the empyrean, filled with clouds and angels.
Poets often described the soul's ascent into the empyrean after death.
A note on using this word
Empyrean comes from Greek empyros, meaning 'in or on the fire,' reflecting the ancient belief that the highest heaven was made of pure fire.
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2. adjective
Relating to the highest heaven or sky; sublime.
The choir's voices rose to an almost empyrean beauty.
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