Top 10 most beautiful English words

 

The English language has over a million words, some of which have straightforward definitions, some of which have exquisitely exact meanings, and yet others of which just sound more lovely when uttered. Words include phrases, paragraphs, novels, and stories; they are so much more than a sparse collection of letters. When someone wishes to transmit their message with another individual, words are an effective medium.

 

The top 10 most beautiful words in the English language are compiled here.

10. Serendipity (noun)

The chance occurrence of events in a beneficial way.

Example: We all have experienced the serendipity of important information arriving just when we were least expecting it.

9. Petrichor  (noun)

The pleasant, earthy smell after rain.

Example: Although I do love the pleasant, dewy petrichor of the post-rain afternoon, I still hope the weather stays sunny.

8. Supine (adjective)

Lying face upwards

Example: She was lying supine on the beach chair looking at the sky.

7. Solitude (noun)

A state of seclusion or isolation.

Example: We enjoyed the beauty and solitude of the quiet beach more than ever.

6. Aurora  (noun)

The dawn in the early morning.

Example: The aurora over the skyline was too beautiful not to photograph.

5. Idyllic (adjective)

Like an idyll; extremely happy, peaceful, or picturesque.

Example: The blossom growing in the courtyard created such an idyllic setting.

4. Clinomania (noun)

Excessive desire to stay in bed.

Example: I definitely have clinomania; I love sleeping, making mornings a struggle for me.

3. Pluviophile (noun)

A lover of rain; someone who finds joy and peace of mind during rainy days.

Example: My sister is a real pluviophile; she really enjoys the weather in the rainy season.

2. Euphoria (noun)

A feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness.

Example: The euphoria of passing my final exam is a feeling I will never forget.

1. Sequoia (noun)

(A seven-letter word that has the letter Q and all five vowels)

A redwood tree, especially the California redwood.

Example: I love visiting forests where you can see a sequoia.