Synonyms of aura

aura

noun

ˈȯr-ə 

1

as in atmosphere

a special quality or impression associated with something

the monastery perched high on a mountaintop had an aura of unreality and mystery about it

Synonyms & Similar Words

• atmosphere
• smell
• aroma
• air
• ambience
• sense
• flavor
• mood
• feel
• halo
• feeling
• patina
• climate
• karma
• odor
• temper
• nimbus
• mystique
• vibration(s)
• aureole
• spirit
• image
• romance
• characteristic
• note
• sensation
• illusion
• tone
• trait
• attribute
• property
• notion
• peculiarity
• semblance
• overtone
• character
• color
• genius loci
• picture
• suggestion
• mark

2

as in energy

a spiritual force that is held to emanate from or give animation to living beings

alternative medical treatments that rely on the practitioner's ability to detect a patient's aura

Synonyms & Similar Words

• energy
• spirit
• chi
• ki
• vibration(s)
• light
• life
• nature
• karma
• soul
• vibe(s)
• Shakti
• orgone
• inner light
• mana
• lifeblood
• world soul
• élan vital

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of aura

As Mikey, Fred Hechinger gives off young Tobey Maguire vibes, and the movie uses that aura with compelling poignance. — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 5 Sep. 2026

Only the visitor signs out front suggested an aura of historic preservation. — Literary Hub, 2 Sep. 2026

On the other, its smoothness and seamlessness generate an aura of spiritual transcendence, something not unaffiliated with the Angeleno ethos. — Katy Barkan, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026

Someone with aura is confident, cool, collected, and suave; someone without aura is insecure, cringey, or generally uncool. — Stephanie Kasulka, Parents, 1 Sep. 2026