halo

ha-lo · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A circle of light shown around the head of a saint or holy person in art.

  2. 2.

    A ring of light around the sun, moon, or other luminous body.

  3. 3.

    An aura of glory or sanctity.

Forms

plural: halos

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    halo effect — the tendency to judge someone favorably based on one positive trait

Related words

See also: angel, aura, nimbus
Synonyms: aureole, glory, nimbus

Etymology

From Greek halos (ἅλως) meaning "disk of the sun or moon, threshing floor."