Synonyms for
Angel
Definition
a spiritual being believed to act as an attendant, agent, or messenger of God, conventionally represented in human form with wings and a long robe
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- guardian angel
- angel investor
- angel wings
- angel face
- angel hair pasta
- angel number
- angel of death
Word family
Usage note
While 'angel' often refers to a celestial being, it can also describe a very good or kind person, or a person who helps others. The term 'angel investor' refers to someone who provides capital for a startup business.
Example sentences
- The angel appeared in a dream and told Mary she would have a son.
- My guardian angel keeps me safe.
- Some people believe that angels have wings and play harps in heaven.
- The angelic choir sang beautifully at the Christmas concert.
- The church has a statue of an angel near the altar.
Quotes
The soul at its highest is found like God, but an angel gives a closer idea of Him. That is all an angel is: an idea of God. - Meister Eckhart
Angels can fly directly into the heart of the matter. - Unknown
An angel in the house they say will guard your family night and day. - Unknown