aura

Definitions of aura
  1. noun
    a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing
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    type of:
    cualidad
    an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone
  2. noun
    the quality of being widely admired or accepted or sought after
    synonyms: aceptación, acogida, acogido, boga, popularidad
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    antonyms:
    desprestigio, impopularidad
    the quality of lacking general approval or acceptance
    type of:
    cualidad
    an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone
  3. noun
    enthusiastic approval
    synonyms: aclamación, alabanza, aplauso, elogios, vítor
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    type of:
    aprovación, encomio
    a message expressing a favorable opinion
  4. noun
    wind moving 8-12 knots; 3 on the Beaufort scale
    synonyms: hálito
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    type of:
    brisa, céfiro, viento
    a slight wind (usually refreshing)
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