elysian Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective relating to the Elysian Fields
  2. adjective satellite being of such surpassing excellence as to suggest inspiration by the gods
    divine; inspired.
    • her pies were simply divine
    • the divine Shakespeare
    • an elysian meal
    • an inspired performance

WordNet


E*ly"sian adjective
Etymology
L. Elysius, fr. Elysium.
Definitions
  1. Pertaining, or the abode of the blessed after death; hence, yielding the highest pleasures; exceedingly delightful; beatific. "Elysian shades." Massinger. "Elysian age." Beattie.
    This life of mortal breath Is but a suburb of the life elysian. Longfellow.

Webster 1913