ethereal – 1. light and delicate, especially in an unnatural way 2. relating to regions beyond earth

(Pronounced eh-thee-ree-uhl)

To remember the definition of the word ethereal, use the following mnemonic:

Everyone thought his theory couldn't be real (ethereal) but he was proved right when the aliens arrived. They were unnaturally light and delicate and from regions beyond the earth.

Examples of ethereal in a sentence (1. light and delicate)

Ethereal music could be heard coming from the chapel.

The artist had a delicate brush-stroke that gives his work a feeling of ethereal lightness.

The bride looked ethereal on her wedding day.

Examples of ethereal in a sentence (2. relating to regions beyond earth)

We went to the cinema to see a movie about ethereal beings.

The newly discovered deep sea fish looked ethereal.

On a clear night you can see the ethereal beauty of the northern lights.