December 11, 2025

Nimbus

Noun

nim·​bus

1a: a luminous vapor, cloud, or atmosphere about a god or goddess when on earth

1b: a cloud or atmosphere (as of romance) about a person or thing

2: an indication (such as a circle) of radiant light or glory about the head of a drawn or sculptured divinity, saint, or sovereign

3a: a rain cloud

3b: thunderhead