Dictionary and Thesaurus

Definition of Nimbus

• (n.) A circle, or disk, or any indication of radiant light around the heads of divinities, saints, and sovereigns, upon medals, pictures, etc.; a halo. See Aureola, and Glory, n., 5.
• (n.) A rain cloud; one of the four principal varieties of clouds. See Cloud.

Synonyms of Nimbus

• Glory
• Aureole
• Rain Cloud
• Nimbus Cloud
• Halo
• Aura
• Gloriole
• Atmosphere
• Annulus
• Anchor Ring
• Resplendency
• Corona
• Air
• Doughnut
• Resplendence
• Glorification
• Ring

Antonyms of Nimbus

Homophones of Nimbus