heavenly
adjective
heav·en·ly
ˈhe-vən-lē 
1
2
a
: suggesting the blessed state of heaven : beatific
heavenly peace
b
heavenliness
noun
Synonyms
- A-OK
- A1
- awesome
- bang-up
- banner
- beautiful
- blue-chip
- blue-ribbon
- boffo
- bonny [chiefly British]
- bonnie
- boss [slang]
- brag
- brave
- bully
- bumper
- capital
- choice
- classic
- cool [slang]
- corking
- crackerjack
- cracking
- dandy
- divine
- dope [slang]
- down [slang]
- dynamite
- excellent
- fab
- fabulous
- famous
- fantabulous [slang]
- fantastic
- fine
- first-class
- first-rate
- first-string
- five-star
- four-star
- frontline
- gangbusters
- gangbuster
- gilt-edged
- gilt-edge
- gone [slang]
- grand
- great
- groovy
- high-class
- hot
- hype [slang]
- immense
- jim-dandy
- keen
- lovely
- marvelous
- marvellous
- mean
- neat
- nifty
- noble
- number one
- No. 1
- numero uno
- out-of-sight [slang]
- par excellence
- peachy
- peachy keen
- phat [slang]
- prime
- primo [slang]
- prize
- prizewinning
- quality
- radical [slang]
- righteous [slang]
- sensational
- slick
- splendid
- stellar
- sterling
- superb
- superior
- superlative
- supernal
- swell
- terrific
- tip-top
- top
- top-notch
- top-of-the-line
- top-shelf
- topflight
- topping [chiefly British]
- unsurpassed
- wizard [chiefly British]
- wonderful
Examples of heavenly in a Sentence
The weather on vacation was heavenly.
Do not concern yourself with material possessions, but with things heavenly, the prophet admonished.
the moon, stars, and other heavenly bodies
had a heavenly time at the dance
Recent Examples on the Web
For sweet treats, head to Karl Fazer Cafe for heavenly pastries.
—
Mariette Williams, Essence, 17 Nov. 2023
For me, this heavenly combination is holy grail material.
—Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 13 Nov. 2023
Things which are very relatable, while at the same time offering the most superb design of her bedroom at Versailles, perfect pastel macarons, heavenly costumes, beautiful horses.
—Los Angeles Times Staff, Los Angeles Times, 10 Nov. 2023
Finally, Jung Kook’s name magically appears in a golden font on the Nov. 6 placard while heavenly chords play in the background.
—Kyle Denis, Billboard, 1 Nov. 2023
Sez Me … Peter, the famous NFL general manager in the sky, is breaking pie with Leonardo da Vinci in a heavenly pizzeria.
—Nick Canepa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Oct. 2023
Photographs taken by the United Arab Emirates’ Hope orbiter in 2021 show that the heavenly displays can take on all kinds of serpentine shapes.
—Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 Oct. 2023
These heavenly holiday desserts will earn you a spot on the nice list.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2023
The heavenly lights are for signs, seasons, days, and years, and at this time of year in the city the sun hits an annual midpoint.
—Christian Schneider, National Review, 28 Sep. 2023
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Mariette Williams, Essence, 17 Nov. 2023
For me, this heavenly combination is holy grail material.
—Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 13 Nov. 2023
Things which are very relatable, while at the same time offering the most superb design of her bedroom at Versailles, perfect pastel macarons, heavenly costumes, beautiful horses.
—Los Angeles Times Staff, Los Angeles Times, 10 Nov. 2023
Finally, Jung Kook’s name magically appears in a golden font on the Nov. 6 placard while heavenly chords play in the background.
—Kyle Denis, Billboard, 1 Nov. 2023
Sez Me … Peter, the famous NFL general manager in the sky, is breaking pie with Leonardo da Vinci in a heavenly pizzeria.
—Nick Canepa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Oct. 2023
Photographs taken by the United Arab Emirates’ Hope orbiter in 2021 show that the heavenly displays can take on all kinds of serpentine shapes.
—Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 Oct. 2023
These heavenly holiday desserts will earn you a spot on the nice list.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2023
The heavenly lights are for signs, seasons, days, and years, and at this time of year in the city the sun hits an annual midpoint.
—Christian Schneider, National Review, 28 Sep. 2023
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Word History
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Time Traveler
The first known use of heavenly was
before the 12th century
Phrases Containing heavenly
Dictionary Entries Near heavenly
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“Heavenly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heavenly. Accessed 3 Dec. 2023.
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heavenly
adjective
heav·en·ly
ˈhev-ən-lē
1
: of or relating to heaven or the heavens
heavenly bodies such as the stars
2
: suggesting the blessed state of heaven
heavenly grace
3
: completely delightful
a heavenly day
heavenliness
noun
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