aura

[awr-uh] / ˈɔr ə /

NOUN

air, character

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ambience aspect atmosphere feeling mood quality scent semblance tone

STRONG

appearance background emanation feel suggestion

Example Sentences

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Despite their aura of permanence, Oscar statuettes have occasionally vanished over the years.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

The clouds behind her are tinted likewise—her aura.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

It is unlikely Harry Brook will ever have the poise of Strauss or the aura of Stokes.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

The State of the Union is a moment when the president can project the exact aura he wants on a grand stage.

From Slate • Feb. 24, 2026

If Jason no longer gave off the right sort of vibe, or the aura of a Roman leader...

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan