paradise
/ˈpæ.ɹə.daɪs/ · par-a-dise
noun
- The place where sanctified souls are believed to live after death. Living in paradise comes with a price.
- A garden where Adam and Eve first lived after being created. The story of Adam and Eve in paradise is a classic tale of temptation and sin.
- A very pleasant place; a place full of lush vegetation. The island paradise in the Caribbean was a perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life.
verb
- To place (as) in paradise. The deceased was said to have been placed in paradise after a long and difficult journey.
- To transform into a paradise. The once barren landscape was transformed into a paradise after years of careful planning and hard work.
- To affect or exalt with visions of happiness. The beautiful sunset affected me, and I felt as though I was in paradise for a moment.
Did you know? The word 'paradise' has its roots in ancient Persian culture, where it referred to a walled garden or park, often used as a symbol of a peaceful and idyllic place.