ETHEREALNESS Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

etherealness

noun

as in airiness

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Noun

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
For smoother hummus, use a high-power blender, blend longer, add more tahini or olive oil, or incorporate ice for airiness.

— Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2026

Definition of airiness

Noun

There was a sort of lightness to the mood of a team that was still trying to absorb the news.

— Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 5 July 2026
Hughes suggests a dusty pink or light beige to lift and soften the richness of the floor, while Alonso notes that cooler neutrals can offer a nice contrast, adding some lightness to the room.

— Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2026

Definition of lightness

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What to read next Once the initial excitement of weightlessness has worn off, the kids realize the true extent of their predicament.

— Richard Edwards, Space.com, 27 June 2026
Behind the weightlessness of the digital world lies an expanding physical architecture of chips, cables, cooling systems, and power lines.

— Vaishali Nigam Sinha, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026

Definition of weightlessness

Noun

There would be no interminable seated supper, but delicacies served at stations that allowed this crowd to mingle and gossip in equal measure.

— Bryan West, USA Today, 7 July 2026
In floriography, the Victorian language of flowers, Walshe notes that pale pink sweet peas represent pure happiness, while Daucus (Queen Anne’s Lace) symbolizes feminine grace, delicacy and sanctuary.

— Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026

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