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aura

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɔɹə// UK //ˈɔːɹɐ// au·ra Archaic

n. the special feeling or atmosphere that seems to surround a person, place, or thing. You use this word when someone has a strong personality that others can sense.

n. a distinctive atmosphere or quality that seems to surround and be generated by a person, thing, or place. Often used metaphorically to describe personality or reputation.


SIMPLE

She has a calm and peaceful aura.

CONTEXTUAL

The old library has a quiet, serious aura that makes visitors speak in whispers.

COMPLEX

Despite his modest appearance, the professor carried an aura of intellectual authority that commanded immediate respect from every student in the lecture hall.

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