idyllic

adjective

idyl·​lic ī-ˈdi-lik How to pronounce idyllic (audio)
 chiefly British  i-
1
: pleasing or picturesque in natural simplicity
2
: of, relating to, or being an idyll
idyllically
ī-ˈdi-li-k(ə-)lē How to pronounce idyllic (audio)
 chiefly British  i-
adverb

Examples of idyllic in a Sentence

He had an idyllic childhood. an idyllic retreat in the countryside
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Along with their twenty comfortable rooms, their riad-style patio featuring a small plunge pool is an idyllic spot to hide away or have a drink before a night out. Monica Mendal, Vogue, 1 July 2025 When the body of a young man is found eerily staged in the idyllic Scottish wilderness, detective Monica Kennedy fears this is just the beginning of a terrifying campaign that will strike the heart of a rural community. Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 1 July 2025 Those still intact in Arkansas have all been built since World War II as symbols of a more idyllic past. Jack Schnedler, Arkansas Online, 23 June 2025 Although the location feels secluded, word is definitely out about how idyllic the Gulf of Papagayo is: new, ultra-luxe resorts have been popping up regularly on the Gulf. Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes.com, 21 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for idyllic

Word History

First Known Use

1856, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of idyllic was in 1856

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“Idyllic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/idyllic. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

idyllic

adjective
idyl·​lic ī-ˈdil-ik How to pronounce idyllic (audio)
: simple and charming
an idyllic little town

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