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 empyrean empyrean /ɛmˈpɪriən/

adjective

  1. Inspiring awe  ( empyreal , empyrean , sublime )
    inspiring awe
     Well-meaning ineptitude that rises to empyreal absurdity
    well-meaning ineptitude that rises to empyreal absurdity
     Empyrean aplomb
    empyrean aplomb
     The sublime beauty of the night
    the sublime beauty of the night
  2. Of or relating to the sky or heavens  ( empyreal , empyrean )
    of or relating to the sky or heavens
     The empyrean sphere
    the empyrean sphere

noun

  1. The apparent surface of the imaginary sphere on which celestial bodies appear to be projected  ( celestial sphere , empyrean , firmament , heavens , sphere , vault of heaven , welkin )
    the apparent surface of the imaginary sphere on which celestial bodies appear to be projected
     On a clear night, one can gaze at the heavens and see countless stars.
    On a clear night, one can gaze at the heavens and see countless stars.