ethereality

noun

Definition of etherealitynext
as in airiness

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  1. airiness
  2. lightness
  3. weightlessness
Noun
  • Light and midtone shades of blue add a sense of airiness to small kitchens.
    — Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 16 July 2026
  • Without the armrests on one side, the silhouette creates airiness, something that’s crucial in a couch for a small space.
    — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 4 June 2026
Definition of airiness
Noun
  • Bottega Veneta had a beautiful balance between craftsmanship, texture and lightness, with pieces that felt special without becoming overcomplicated.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Bellotti hit his stride with tailoring that gave structure and lightness to the jackets, dresses and skirts in all the right places.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of lightness
Noun
  • The attraction also features multiple negative-G moments, which create a sense of weightlessness for riders.
    — Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Sep. 2026
  • This can be experienced if a lift or airplane falls freely and the occupants experience weightlessness.
    — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of weightlessness
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“Ethereality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ethereality. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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