Synonyms: vault of heaven, welkin, empyrean, firmament, sphere, celestial sphere, heavens
Definition: the apparent surface of the imaginary sphere on which celestial bodies appear to be projected
Similar words: surface
Definition: the extended two-dimensional outer boundary of a three-dimensional object
Usage: they skimmed over the surface of the water; a brush small enough to clean every dental surface; the sun has no distinct surface
Synonyms: empyreal, empyrean, sublime
Definition: inspiring awe
Usage: well-meaning ineptitude that rises to empyreal absurdity- M.S.Dworkin; empyrean aplomb- Hamilton Basso; the sublime beauty of the night
Similar words: glorious
Definition: having or deserving or conferring glory
Usage: a long and glorious career; our glorious literature