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84 Rare Beautiful Words With Deep Meaning

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84 Rare Beautiful Words With Deep Meaning

Isn’t it liberating when you learn that there’s a word that precisely and perfectly describes how you’re feeling? 

It’s almost a cathartic experience. 

In that moment, all those confusing feelings you can’t put into words suddenly make sense and feel real. 

They finally have a shape, and you feel totally understood.

Here are some of the most beautiful words with deep meaning:


84 Rare Beautiful Words With Deep Meaning


Beautiful Words with Deep Meaning in English

Abditory

A secluded or hidden place, often implying secrecy or retreat.

Absquatulate 

To leave suddenly and unexpectedly, often to avoid trouble or responsibility.

Amaranthine

Something immortal or everlasting, unchanging over time.

Ardor

Intense enthusiasm or passion, often expressed with great fervor.

Ataraxia

A state of serene calmness and freedom from disturbance, often associated with Stoic philosophy.

Blatherskite

A person who talks excessively and foolishly, often without substance. (I know so many people 😏)

Brontide 

The rumbling sound of thunder can be heard before a storm arrives.

Cockaigne

An imaginary land of abundance and luxury, where everything is freely available.

Coddiwomple 

To travel deliberately towards a vague, unreal destination.

Collywobbles

A nervous feeling in the stomach often caused by anxiety or worry.

Ephemeral

Lasting for a very short time. 

Noctiphany

A sudden, striking realization that happens at night. 

Petrichor

The pleasant earthy smell produced by rain falling on dry ground. 

Selcouth

Unfamiliar, strange, or marvelous.

Sonder

The realization that every passerby has a complex life as rich as yours.

Zembalinity

A state of nervous excitement or agitation. 

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Beautiful Japanese Words with Deep Meaning

Boketto

The act of gazing vacantly into space, lost in thought.

Hitoritabi

Solo travel.

Homorebi

Sunlight filtering through leaves.

Ichigo Ichi

A Japanese philosophy that values each moment and each encounter as unique. This concept emphasizes the importance of treasuring each experience.

Ikigai

A reason for being, a sense of purpose in life. This term encapsulates finding joy and fulfillment in one’s existence. 

Kintsukuroi

The Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold or silver. This practice symbolizes the beauty of imperfection and the idea that something can be more beautiful for having been broken. 

Kouyou

The autumnal foliage. This term refers to the colorful leaves that appear during the fall season. 🍂

Natsukashii

A nostalgic longing for the past. This word expresses a bittersweet feeling associated with fond memories.

Rakuyou

The feeling of being lost in thought. This term captures a state of deep contemplation or daydreaming.

Shinrin-yoku

The practice of taking in the forest atmosphere to improve one’s health. Often translated as “forest bathing,” it emphasizes the therapeutic benefits of nature.

Shoganai

An acceptance of circumstances beyond one’s control. This term reflects a philosophical attitude of resignation and acceptance.

Ukiyo

The floating world. It is a Buddhist concept that refers to the transient nature of life. This term captures the essence of impermanence.

Wabi-sabi

A Japanese aesthetic valuing simplicity, imperfection, and transience. 

Yugen

A profound awareness of the universe that evokes a deep emotional response. 

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Beautiful Greek Words 

Eudaimonia

Aristotelian ethics refers to human flourishing achieved through virtuous living and rational activity. It’s the highest human good, encompassing a fulfilling and meaningful life.

Euneirophreneia

The experience of pleasant dreams. It captures the feeling of peace and happiness that can accompany good dreams.

Kairos

The opportune moment, the perfect timing for an action. 

Kalon

Beauty, excellence, or moral goodness. Encompasses both aesthetic beauty and ethical virtue, often used in philosophical discussions.

Psithurism

The soft, whispering sound of leaves. 

Strikhedonia

The pleasure of planning or anticipating something. 

Moira

In Greek mythology, the personification of fate or destiny. It refers to the concept of fate as a guiding force in life.

Metanoia

A profound change of heart or mind often involves a spiritual transformation. 

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Beautiful Latin Words

Dormivegelia 

The transitional state of consciousness that occurs between wakefulness and sleep.

Lacuna

A gap or empty space, often representing something missing or incomplete

Latibule

A hiding place or secret retreat. 

Meliorism

The belief that the world can improve and that humans can actively contribute to its betterment.

Numinous

Arousing spiritual or religious emotion; mysterious or awe-inspiring. It refers to experiences that evoke a sense of the divine or the supernatural, often inspiring feelings of awe and reverence. 

Perambulate

A casual or leisurely stroll, often for pleasure or exploration.

Tacenda

Things that should be kept silent. This term refers to matters that are better left unsaid or unspoken. 

Scripturient

Having a strong desire to write. 

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Beautiful German Words

Abendrot

translates to “evening red” or “sunset glow.” It refers to the beautiful reddish color that often appears in the sky at sunset.

Waldeinsamkeit

The feeling of solitude and peace experienced while being alone in the woods. 

Schewellenangst

The fear of crossing thresholds or entering new situations. 

Sehnsucht

A yearning or longing for something absent or unattainable. 

Sturmfrei

Literally translates to “storm-free,” but it colloquially means having the house to oneself, often implying freedom to do as one pleases without supervision.

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Beautiful Words with Deep Meaning in French

à couper le souffle

Breathtaking, astonishing, stunning.

Dépaysement

Out of sorts when away from home.

Flâner

Stroll, saunter, or wander.

Retrouvailles

When you reconnect with a friend after a long time, that mutual rediscovery of your friendship.

S’entendre

The unspoken connection you share with someone you’re bonded with.

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Beautiful Turkish Words

And because I had an era where I was into Turkish drama...

Mecnun

“Madly in love” to the point of actual mental instability. The term is often associated with a deep, obsessive love, reflecting a state of emotional turmoil.

Hissikablelvuku

To sense something before it actually happens. It refers to a kind of sixth sense or foresight. 

Şikemperver

Someone who is very fond of eating and drinking. 

Ehvenişer

When making a choice between two undesirable options or the lesser evil.

Hüzün

Pain and sorrow over a loss that can also mean a sense of melancholy and gloom. It captures a deep emotional state often associated with nostalgia and existential sadness.

Ciğerparem

Love for someone as deep as one’s own body. This term conveys profound affection and is often used to express deep emotional ties.

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Other beautiful foreign words with deep meaning and no direct translation

Forelsket (Norwegian) 

Deeply in love, capturing the feeling of being infatuated or in the early stages of love.

Jayus (Indonesian) 

A joke so poorly told or understood that it becomes funny. 

Kalsarikannit (Finnish) 

Refers to the act of drinking at home alone in one’s underwear, often with no intention of going out. 

Капель (Kapel') in Russian

Translates to “drip” or “drop,” often referring to the sound of dripping water. 

Kaukokaipu (Finnish) 

A longing for a distant place. It reflects a sense of nostalgia or desire for far-off locations. 

Kilig (Filipino) 

The feeling of excitement or thrill. It is often associated with romantic love.

Gezelligheid (Dutch)

A feeling of warmth, coziness, and conviviality. It’s often associated with spending quality time with loved ones in a comfortable setting. 

Gokotta (Swedish)

It is not just about waking up early; it is a tradition that encourages people to appreciate nature’s beauty and birdsong’s joy. 

Laalsa (Finnish) 

The desire to share something extraordinary with someone. 

Mangata (Swedish) 

The glittering path created by moonlight on rippling water. 

Merak (Serbian)

Finding pleasure and satisfaction in simple things. It’s about enjoying life’s small moments and finding happiness in the ordinary.

Peiskos (Finnish) 

The warmth and coziness of a fireplace. It evokes feelings of comfort. 

Querencia (Spanish) 

A place where one feels at home and safe, a sense of belonging. 

Saudade (Portuguese) 

A deep emotional state of nostalgic or profound melancholic longing, often for something or someone lost. 

Smultronställe (Swedish) 

A secret and special place, often in nature, where one feels a sense of peace or happiness.

Uitwaaien (Dutch) 

Blow away one’s worries, often by going outside for a walk in the fresh air. 

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Beautiful Words with Deep Meaning to Describe a Person

  • gigglemug: (English, informal) A person with a cheerful and often silly expression. 
  • indah: (Malay) Beautiful. 
  • Pluviophile: (Latin) A lover of rain. 
  • thalassophile: (Greek) A lover of the sea.
  • Elysian: (Greek) Relating to or resembling the paradise of Elysium; used to describe someone who embodies beauty, bliss, or a heavenly quality.
  • Mellifluous: (English) A person whose voice is sweet or musical; pleasant to hear.

I’m just fascinated that there’s even a word for something as simple as the light filtering through the leaves (homorebi).

How about you? Are you a logophile?

Which of these words did you like best? I’d be happy to learn a new word from you, too.

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14 comments

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  1. Well done. You covered this very nicely.

    Have a fabulous day and week, Lux. ♥

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  2. That was a fun list and I've never heard of most of those words!

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  3. Yes, we do everything with "merak" here in Serbia and a person who lives like that is "meraklija" :) One who likes to enjoy life and things in life.

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  4. This is so informative and interesting! Thanks for sharing Lux.

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  5. Such a beautiful list of words! They really help express those complex feelings we all have. Thanks for sharing!
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  6. Wow, that's a comprehensive list of interesting words you've put together!

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  7. Thanks for sharing the interesting list. Different people in different countries have made those words and kept them for a long time to spend their lives meaningfully.

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  8. What a wonderfully diverse list. Thank you. I like to challenge myself as a writer to know and search for the "even better word." There's always one.

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  9. Great list of words that are difficult (for me, that is) but with beautiful meanings. You had a lot of work on that so my compliments for your efforts on this.

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  10. Amazing list. I didn't know most of them!

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