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Meaning of idyll
A peaceful and picturesque scene or experience, typically in a rural setting.
Etymology of idyll
The word "idyll" originates from the Greek word "eidyllion", meaning "little picture" or "short poem", which was used to describe a type of short poem that depicted a peaceful and picturesque scene, often in a rural setting.
The word has been used in English since the 16th century to describe both literary works and real-life scenes or experiences that evoke a sense of peace and tranquility.
Synonyms
paradise
haven
utopia
bliss
ecstasy
euphoria
nirvana
heaven
paradise
fantasy
dream
vision
illusion
fantasy
romance
pastoral
rural
serene
peaceful
tranquil
calm
quiet
still
idyllic
picturesque
charming
delightful
lovely
beautiful
gorgeous
stunning
breathtaking
magnificent
splendid
glorious
lovely
pleasant
agreeable
enjoyable
pleasing
gratifying
satisfying
halcyon
golden
blissful
rapturous
paradisiacal
heavenly
Definitions
- A short poem, typically describing a peaceful and picturesque scene or experience, especially in a rural setting
- A scene or experience that is very pleasant and peaceful, often in a rural setting
- A romanticized or idealized depiction of rural life
Usage Examples
- The couple's vacation in the countryside was an idyll of peace and relaxation.
- The poem described an idyll of rural life, with rolling hills and happy villagers.
- The island resort was a tropical idyll, with crystal-clear waters and swaying palm trees.
Antonyms
chaos
turmoil
noise
disturbance
disruption
upheaval
crisis
disaster
catastrophe
nightmare
hell
purgatory
torment
agony
anguish
misery
wretchedness
desolation
despondency
gloom
dismalness
dreariness
bleakness
harshness
cruelty
brutality
savagery
ugliness
squalor
filth
grime
horror
terror
dread
fear
anxiety
worry
unease
discomfort
distress
affliction
suffering
pain