- Today's Word
Spirithral
[spirit-ral]
Definition
- (adjective) This mystical term combines “spiritual,” relating to matters of the spirit or soul, with “ethereal,” signifying something delicate, airy, or otherworldly. It’s used to describe an experience or ambiance that embodies both spiritual and ethereal qualities.
Example
Imagine attending a candlelit meditation session in a serene space, where the atmosphere feels both spiritually uplifting and delicately ethereal. It’s not just a meditation; it’s a Spirithral experience. You might say, “The meditation session wasn’t just about relaxation; it was a Spirithral experience. The combination of spiritual guidance and the ethereal ambiance created a truly otherworldly journey.”
Fun Fact
“Spiritual” relates to matters of the spirit or soul, often associated with a connection to the divine, while “ethereal” signifies something delicate, airy, or otherworldly. “Spirithral” creatively combines these concepts to celebrate the moments where the spiritual meets the ethereal.
(adjective) Showy but cheap and of poor quality; lacking good taste.
The room was filled with tawdry decorations that looked like they came from a discount bin.
Mid 17th century: contraction of St. Audrey’s lace, which referred to cheap lace sold at fairs in honor of St. Audrey. Over time, the lace was seen as gaudy and tasteless, and St. Audrey became tawdry.