aeonian
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of aeonian
1755–65; < Greek aiṓni ( os ) ( aiṓn aeon + -ios adj. suffix) + -an
Vocabulary lists containing aeonian
Example Sentences
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I myself know nothing certain for or against this belief; but, supposing the case to be as it is represented, then this would be the aeonian period of these animals, considered as individuals.
From Theological Essays and Other Papers — Volume 1 by De Quincey, Thomas
It might be very painful to renounce a long-cherished anticipation; but the necessity of doing so could not be received as a sufficient reason for adhering to the old unconditional use of the word aeonian.
From Theological Essays and Other Papers — Volume 1 by De Quincey, Thomas
What was meant by the aeonian punishments in the next world?
From Theological Essays and Other Papers — Volume 1 by De Quincey, Thomas
With what wings Would she come forth to greet the aeonian summer?
From The poetical works of George MacDonald in two volumes — Volume 1 by MacDonald, George
There was a majesty and peace about her airy domination, which Donal himself would have found difficult, had he known her state, to bring into harmony with her aeonian death.
From Sir Gibbie by MacDonald, George
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