Aura

Pronunciation: /ˈɔːrə/

Definitions of aura

noun a distinctive and pervasive quality or atmosphere surrounding a person or thing

Example Sentences

A1 She had a mysterious aura about her.

A2 The old castle was surrounded by an aura of magic and mystery.

B1 The singer's aura captivated the audience and drew them in.

B2 The artist's paintings seemed to emit a calming aura that enveloped the room.

C1 The aura of success surrounded the entrepreneur as he entered the room.

C2 The politician's aura of confidence and authority commanded attention wherever he went.

Examples of aura in a Sentence

formal The artist's performance was accompanied by an aura of sophistication and elegance.

informal There was a strange aura surrounding the old abandoned house.

slang She gives off a cool aura that makes everyone want to be her friend.

figurative His aura of confidence and charisma always draws people towards him.

Grammatical Forms of aura

• past tense: auras
• plural: auras
• comparative: more aura
• superlative: most aura
• present tense: aura
• future tense: will aura
• perfect tense: have auraed
• continuous tense: is auraing
• singular: aura
• positive degree: aura
• infinitive: to aura
• gerund: aurating
• participle: aurated

Origin and Evolution of aura

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'aura' originated from Latin, derived from the Greek word 'aúra' meaning breeze or breath.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of a subtle emanation or energy surrounding a person or object, the meaning of 'aura' has evolved to also refer to a distinctive atmosphere or quality associated with someone or something.