beatific
Other forms: beatifically
That blissful grin on your face? It could be described as beatific, meaning it projects a peaceful sense of joy.
If you have a beatific smile on your face, then the happiness it shows is the real thing. This word doesn’t describe phony smiles or quick grins that show a little amusement. Use beatific to describe something characterized by complete and perfect joy. It’s often used to describe a smile, but it can be used to describe anything in a state of bliss.
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marked by utter benignity; resembling or befitting an angel or saint
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experiencing or bestowing celestial joy“beatific peace”synonyms:joyfulfull of or producing joy
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In Fahrenheit 451, Ray Bradbury imagines a dystopian future in which firemen burn banned books and people are constantly bombarded with mindless entertainment. This classic novel is as powerful and relevant today as it was when it was first published in 1953.
From peaceful contentment to giddy glee, there are words to describe every good mood imaginable. Learning them will put a smile on your face! For more synonym lists, explore our Say What You Mean resources.