Synonyms for

Heavens

Verb / ˈhevʌnz / Another word for heavens — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the expanse of space above the earth's atmosphere; the sky.

Synonyms & similar words

empyrean heaven paradise hell eden welkin vaultofheaven promisedland celestialsphere sphere shangrila nirvana firmament sky firmament atmosphere stratosphere ether exosphere ionosphere mesosphere thermosphere skyway blue azure sapphire cobalt cerulean turquoise indigo navy

Synonyms by register

Formal

firmament celestial sphere sky heavens above

Informal

sky up there the blue

Literary

empyrean azure vault of heaven

Antonyms

hell underworld earth ground depths netherworld

Common collocations

  • open heavens
  • parting heavens
  • heavens opened
  • heavens declare
  • heavens opened wide
  • heavens opened up
  • heavens opened their mouths

Word family

noun heaven
adjective heavenly

Usage note

Often used in the plural, 'heavens,' to refer to the sky or the abode of God. Can also be used as an exclamation of surprise or dismay.

Example sentences

  1. The heavens are so beautiful.
  2. I like to look at the heavens at night.
  3. The heavens were cloudy today.
  4. The heavens are vast and mysterious.
  5. The heavens seem to go on forever.

Quotes

  • The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork. - Psalm 19:1
  • I can only imagine what it will be like when I walk by your side. I can only imagine what my eyes will see when your face is before me. I can only imagine. - MercyMe, 'I Can Only Imagine'
  • The heavens were the grandstands and only the gods were spectators. - J.D. Salinger

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