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Meaning of the word sublime in English

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sublime

US /səˈblaɪm/
UK /səˈblaɪm/
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Adjective

1.

of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration or awe

Example:
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The artist's work reached a sublime level of perfection.
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The view from the mountain peak was truly sublime.
Synonym:
exaltednoblemagnificentsplendidglorioussuperbtranscendentawe-inspiringmajesticdivine

Verb

1.

to elevate to a high degree of moral or spiritual purity or excellence

Example:
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He sought to sublime his earthly desires into artistic expression.
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Through meditation, one can sublime negative thoughts into positive energy.
Synonym:
elevatepurifytranscendtransformrefine
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