terrene

adjective

Pronunciation: təˈriːn

Definition

Relating to the Earth or the physical world, often in contrast to the spiritual or celestial realm.

Examples

• The philosopher argued that humans are bound by their terrene existence.

• She sought a break from her terrene worries by gazing at the stars.

• The painting captured the terrene beauty of the valley floor.

Synonyms of terrene

Words with a similar meaning to terrene:

• earthly
• terrestrial
• mundane
• worldly

Antonyms of terrene

Words with the opposite meaning to terrene:

• celestial
• spiritual

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