Definition and Synonyms for Ethereal

Definition of Ethereal

1. Of or containing or dissolved in ether Adjective
2. Characterized by lightness and insubstantiality; as impalpable or intangible as air Adjective Satellite
3. Of heaven or the spirit Adjective Satellite
4. Characterized by unusual lightness and delicacy Adjective Satellite

ether
Noun
pertainym
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1. a colorless volatile highly flammable liquid formerly used as an inhalation anesthetic
ether
Noun
derivation
3
1. the fifth and highest element after air and earth and fire and water; was believed to be the substance composing all heavenly bodies
2. a colorless volatile highly flammable liquid formerly used as an inhalation anesthetic
3. any of a class of organic compounds that have two hydrocarbon groups linked by an oxygen atom

Words Rhyme with ethereal

Etymology for ethereal