aureole

noun

ˈȯr-ē-ˌōl How to pronounce aureole (audio)
variants or aureola
Definition of aureolenext
as in glory
an artistic rendering of radiant light around the head or body of a sacred personage the white marble sculpture of the saint in the throes of divine ecstasy is strikingly offset by a gilt aureole

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Recent Examples of aureole It is bordered by hummocky deposits, called aureoles, that were formed by landslides from the mountain. — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 20 May 2025 Jacob knew from photographs the goblin face, the aureole of whitening hair. — Lan Samantha Chang, Harper's Magazine, 14 Aug. 2023 One image, Imogen, has the model’s head encircled with flora like an aureole composed of twiggy branches, foliage, and wildflowers. — Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2020 However, if the region was made up of ice, De Blasio says, then ice should be present around the western edge of the aureole. — Nola Taylor Redd, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 July 2020 Dark wood stain applied in the center of three interlocking aureole forms gives one floor-sculpture the appearance of a giant bouquet of Van Gogh’s sunflowers — a symbol of happiness now bloated and earthbound. — Christopher Knight, latimes.com, 14 June 2018
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  1. glory
  2. halo
Noun
  • Allen took matters into his own hands, rushing for 32 yards on the drive and getting well within field goal range for Tyler Bass to get his shot at glory.
    — Scott Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2026
  • The story centers on an everyday girl who is handed an unlikely chance at glory through an unusual contest.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of glory
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  • By roasting the brussels sprouts snuggled into a blanket of grated Parmesan cheese, the cheese melts into a crispy, frico-like sheet that clings onto the sprouts, surrounding them in a lace-like halo.
    — Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 Oct. 2026
  • During the showcase, the automaker’s new CEO Mark Leiters revealed that the company plans to build more exclusive halo projects going forward, including a mid-engine supercar.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of halo

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“Aureole.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aureole. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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