Angel
/ˈeɪndʒəl/
Definitions
2 meaningsA supernatural being, often depicted as having wings and a benevolent nature, serving as a messenger or protector.
/ˈeɪndʒəl/
A spiritual being
The painting depicted a cherubic angel.
💡 Simply: A good spirit from heaven.
More Examples
She felt like an angel had watched over her.
How It's Used
"In many religions, angels are believed to be messengers of God."
"The author described the character as having an angelic face."
A person who is exceptionally kind, helpful, or beautiful.
/ˈeɪndʒəl/
A person of exceptional goodness
He was an angel to his ailing mother.
💡 Simply: A very good person.
More Examples
She's a real angel, always volunteering her time.
How It's Used
"She's an angel; always helping others."
From Old English *engel, from Late Latin *angelus, from Greek ἄγγελος (ángelos) "messenger, envoy".
The word 'angel' has maintained its core meaning of a heavenly messenger throughout history, but its figurative use to describe kind individuals has also been consistently present.
Memory tip
Think of 'angel' as a 'message bringer'.
Word Origin
"messenger"