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ethereal
01
extremely delicate, light, as if it belongs to a heavenly realm
Example
The ethereal mist enveloped the forest, lending an otherworldly atmosphere.
The ethereal scent of jasmine filled the garden, transporting visitors to a dreamlike state.
The ethereal music of the flute floated through the room, creating a sense of calm.
02
celestial or divine in nature, relating to the heavens
Example
The mountaintop offered an ethereal view of the stars, unobscured by city lights.
The cathedral 's stained glass windows cast an ethereal beauty across the interior, bathing it in colored light.
As dawn broke, the ethereal colors of the sunrise painted the sky in hues of pink and gold.
03
(of a solution) containing volatile or highly flammable substances, such as diethyl ether
Example
The compound 's ethereal aroma indicated the presence of volatile organic compounds.
Ethereal solutions are commonly used in organic synthesis for their ability to dissolve a wide range of organic compounds.
After extraction with diethyl ether, the ethereal layer was separated and dried over magnesium sulfate.
Example
The ethereal mist enveloped the forest, lending an otherworldly atmosphere.
The ethereal scent of jasmine filled the garden, transporting visitors to a dreamlike state.
The ethereal music of the flute floated through the room, creating a sense of calm.
The cloud formation was so delicate and fluffy that it appeared almost ethereal in the sky.
She wore a gown made of ethereal fabric that seemed to shimmer in the moonlight.
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