July 13, 2026
Numinous
adjectiveDefinition
Having a strong religious or spiritual quality; indicating or suggesting the presence of a divinity; mysterious and awe-inspiring. A numinous experience is one that feels sacred.
Example Sentence
“The ancient stone circle had a numinous atmosphere that silenced even the most sceptical visitors.”
Etymology
From Latin numen (divine will, presence), from nuere (to nod, beckon).
Scrabble Score
N1U1M3I1N1O1U1S1
NUMINOUS scores 10 points in Scrabble.
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