Definition

The quality of being light, delicate, or heavenly, often associated with something that seems too perfect for this world.

Example

The etherealness of the music made everyone feel as if they were floating in a dream.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed the etherealness of the morning fog?

Yeah, it really makes everything look magical and serene.

I love how it creates such a peaceful atmosphere.

Absolutely! It feels like stepping into a different world.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Etherealness is formed from "ethereal" (from Greek "aitherios", meaning of the upper air or heavenly) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "etherealness" refers to the quality of being ethereal, or light, airy, and delicate, often with a heavenly connotation.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'heavenly' or 'light' ('ethereal') and remember that 'etherealness' describes the quality of being like that.

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