aureola
/ɔˈriːələ/
noun
- A circle of light or brightness around the head of a holy figure in art, such as a saint or angel; a halo.
- The stained glass window depicted Jesus with a bright aureola.
- The painting of the saint showed a golden aureola surrounding her head.
- In medieval art, the aureola often represents divine light or holiness.
- A radiant light or glow around a person or thing, often used figuratively to suggest glory or honor.
- The old castle had an aureola of mystery and legend.
- Her kindness gave her an aureola of warmth that everyone noticed.
- The champion athlete seemed to have an aureola of triumph around him.