michael
noun
Simple meaning
An archangel associated with defending the faithful in the tribulation.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
mykuhlSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈmaɪkəl
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
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An archangel associated with defending the faithful in the tribulation.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- A1 · Beginner (estimated)
- Frequency
- Very Common
- Typical Use
- Everyday English
Word Aura™
How this word commonly comes across.
Aura for this meaning
This meaning: An archangel associated with defending the faithful in the tribulation.
Used this way, michael is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It turns up most in ethics or values and relationships contexts.
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Gentle
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Loyal and dependable
- Usage feel
- Precise and approving
Where it naturally appears
- Ethics/values
- Relationships
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Compound terms
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Honoring the archangel Michael.
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