Halo

usgb/ˈheɪləʊ/
noun

A ring of light that appears to surround the sun, moon, or other bright object. This is often because of a reflection or some other effect of light.

He saw a glowing halo around the moon last night.
Visual representation of "halo" - A ring of light that appears to surround the sun, moon, or other bright object. This is often because of a reflection or some other effect of light.

Often appears as...

  • glowing halo
  • halo effect
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Natural Phenomenon

Used to describe a common atmospheric effect involving light, often seen in a poetic sense.

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The painting captured the halo created by the setting sun.
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Figurative Speech

The word 'halo' can be used metaphorically to signify perfection or positivity around something or someone.

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She entered the room, a halo of happiness around her.
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