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Vocabulary Entry
sublunary
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to things that are earthly or mundane, as opposed to celestial or heavenly.
Example Sentences
"The artist portrayed the sublime beauty of the sublunary world in her paintings."
"Philosophers often discuss the difference between sublunary existence and celestial ideals."
"He found joy in the simple, sublunary pleasures of life, such as a warm cup of tea."
N
noun
Something that exists within the earthly realm, particularly in contrast to the divine or heavenly.
Example Sentences
"The poet wrote about the trials of sublunary beings struggling for meaning."
"In his stories, sublunary concerns often overshadowed the characters' higher aspirations."
"The film beautifully illustrated the tension between sublunary desires and spiritual fulfillment."