Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sublunary
adjective
/sʌbˈluːnəri/
Definition
Relating to things that are situated beneath the moon; earthly or mundane, as opposed to celestial or heavenly.
Examples
- The sublunary world is filled with challenges and obstacles.
- In the sublunary realm, human experiences often contrast with the ideals of the heavens.
- Many philosophers ponder the nature of sublunary existence.
Meaning
Sublunary refers to the physical world, particularly the aspects of life that are earthly and ordinary.
Synonyms
- Earthly
- Mundane
- Worldly
- Temporal
- Secular
