aflatus
|a-fla-tus|
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/əˈfleɪtəs/
divine inspiration
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aflatus' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'afflatus,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'flare' meant 'to blow.'
Historical Evolution
'afflatus' changed from the Latin word 'afflatus' and eventually became the modern English word 'aflatus'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a blowing or breathing upon,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'divine inspiration.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a divine creative impulse or inspiration.
The artist claimed that his work was guided by an aflatus.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/24 22:06