Synonyms for
Sublime
Definition
of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration or awe
Synonyms & similar words
exalted
elevated
highminded
highflown
lofty
empyrean
rarefied
sublimate
grand
empyreal
rarified
nobleminded
idealistic
reverend
excellent
magnificent
splendid
superb
grand
majestic
impressive
wonderful
glorious
divine
heavenly
transcendent
supreme
lofty
noble
elevated
exalted
awe-inspiring
breathtaking
stunning
Synonyms by register
Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- sublime beauty
- sublime experience
- sublime moment
- sublime art
- sublime nature
- sublime truth
- sublime terror
Word family
Usage note
Often used to describe something of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration or awe. It is generally a positive and elevated term.
Example sentences
- The sunset over the ocean was a sublime sight.
- The orchestra's music was so sublime that it brought tears to my eyes.
- The artist's masterpiece was a sublime work of art.
- The chef's meal was sublime and left the diners wanting more.
- The mountain range was a sublime example of nature's beauty.
Quotes
The sublime is a feeling that comes not from the artist but from the artwork itself. - Jean-Francois Lyotard
The sublime is the moment when the mind comes to a halt in the face of an overwhelming presence. - Brian Swimme
The sublime is the beautiful that has been touched by terror. - Victor Hugo