Idyll

Pronunciation: /ˈaɪ.dəl/

Definitions of idyll

noun an extremely happy, peaceful, or picturesque episode or scene, typically an idealized or romanticized one

Example Sentences

A1 The small village by the lake was like an idyll straight out of a storybook.

A2 The countryside offered an idyllic setting for a relaxing weekend getaway.

B1 The idyll of living in a remote cabin in the mountains appealed to her sense of adventure.

B2 The artist found inspiration for his paintings in the idyllic scenes of the countryside.

C1 The idyll of retirement on a tropical island seemed like a dream come true.

C2 The idyll of a perfect family vacation was marred by bad weather and travel delays.

Examples of idyll in a Sentence

formal The small village nestled in the valley provided an idyllic setting for a peaceful retreat.

informal Living in the countryside sounds like an idyll, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

slang I wish I could escape to an idyll like that, far from all the drama.

figurative In the midst of chaos, her mind became an idyll of tranquility.

Grammatical Forms of idyll

• past tense: idylled
• plural: idylls
• comparative: more idyllic
• superlative: most idyllic
• present tense: idylls
• future tense: will idyll
• perfect tense: have idylled
• continuous tense: is idylling
• singular: idyll
• positive degree: idyllic
• infinitive: to idyll
• gerund: idylling
• participle: idylling

Origin and Evolution of idyll

First Known Use: 1586 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'idyll' originated from the Greek word 'eidyllion', which means short poem or description of a simple, peaceful scene.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'idyll' has come to refer to any work of literature or art that portrays a tranquil, pastoral, or picturesque scene. It is often associated with themes of nature, love, and harmony.