The word "celestial" is closely tied to human fascination with the heavens, stars, and divine realms. It is frequently used in literature and art to evoke a sense of wonder and beauty. In astronomy, it describes objects like planets and stars, while in religion or spirituality, it is associated with deities or heavenly beings. The term reflects humanity's enduring quest to understand and connect with the cosmos.
celestial in English
- Celestial⇄adj. of the Chinese people or the former Chinese Empire; Chinese.
Ex. His Celestial Majesty. - celestial⇄adj. 1. of the sky; having to do with the heavens.
Ex. The sun, moon, planets, and stars are celestial bodies. An artificial satellite is a man-made celestial body.
2. of or belonging to heaven as the place of God and the angels; heavenly; d - celestial⇄adv. celestially.
- celestial⇄celestial, adjective, noun.
- celestial⇄noun (Figurative.) an inhabitant of heaven.
- Celestial⇄noun (humorously) a native of China; a Chinese.
Ex. the country of the Celestials.
celestial in Sanskrit संस्कृतम्
celestial in Sindhi سنڌي
Celestial
Part of Speech
Adjective
Pronunciation
/səˈlɛs.ti.əl/
Definitions
- Relating to the sky or outer space as observed in astronomy.
- Heavenly or divine in nature.
- Supremely good or beautiful.
Usage Examples
- "The celestial bodies in the night sky spark wonder."
- "Her voice was of celestial beauty."
Etymology
From Latin caelestis, meaning "heavenly" or "of the sky."
Synonyms
- Heavenly
- Divine
- Ethereal
Antonyms
- Earthly
- Mundane
- Terrestrial
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Celestial | se-les-ˈtjal |
| French | Céleste | seˈlɛst |
| Hindi | आकाशीय | ākāśīya |
| Tamil | வானத்துக்கு சம்பந்தமான | vāṉattukku campantamāṉa |
| German | Himmlisch | ˈhɪm.lɪʃ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
UK: /səˈlɛs.ti.əl/
US: /səˈlɛs.tʃəl/
Indian English: /səˈles.ti.əl/
Historical Usage
The term "celestial" has been used since the 14th century to describe heavenly or divine attributes and later expanded in astronomical contexts.
Cultural Nuances
In many cultures, "celestial" carries spiritual or religious connotations, symbolizing something divine or unattainable.