Pronunciation: /ˈhælsiən/
noun a mythical bird said by ancient writers to breed in a nest floating at sea at the winter solstice, charming the wind and waves into calm
A1 In the halcyon days of summer, we spent hours playing by the lake.
A2 The children's laughter filled the air, creating a halcyon atmosphere in the park.
B1 The old photographs brought back memories of halcyon times spent with friends.
B2 The small town was known for its halcyon reputation as a peaceful and idyllic place to live.
C1 The artist's halcyon period produced some of the most acclaimed works of his career.
C2 The novel depicted a society living in a halcyon state of harmony and prosperity.
adjective denoting a period of time in the past that was idyllically happy and peaceful
A1 The halcyon days of summer are perfect for picnics in the park.
A2 She reminisced about the halcyon days of her childhood spent playing in the fields.
B1 The small town had a halcyon atmosphere, with friendly people and a relaxed pace of life.
B2 The artist's halcyon paintings captured the beauty and tranquility of the countryside.
C1 The novel depicted a halcyon era of peace and prosperity before the war broke out.
C2 The resort was known for its halcyon beaches and crystal-clear waters, making it a popular destination for tourists.
formal The halcyon days of the company were in the early years when profits were soaring.
informal I miss the halcyon days of high school when we had no responsibilities.
slang Back in the day, everything was halcyon and carefree.
figurative The artist's halcyon painting captured the essence of tranquility and peace.
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