aura

au-ra · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A distinctive atmosphere or quality that seems to surround a person, place, or thing.

  2. 2.

    A supposed emanation or energy field surrounding a person, often associated with spirituality or mysticism.

  3. 3.

    (Medicine) A sensation or warning symptom that precedes a migraine, seizure, or other neurological event.

Forms

plural: auras

Related words

See also: ambience, atmosphere, vibe
Synonyms: ambience, atmosphere, emanation, vibe

Etymology

From Latin aura ("breeze, breath, air"), from Greek αὔρα (aúra, "breeze"). The metaphysical sense developed in the 19th century through Theosophical writings.