halcyon
adjective | /halcyon/
denoting a period of time in the past that was idyllically happy and peaceful
halcyon
adjective | /halcyon/
Advanced WordsMEDIUMdenoting a period of time in the past that was idyllically happy and peaceful
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"They remembered the halcyon days of childhood with fond nostalgia."
"The region enjoyed a halcyon decade of growth before the recession."
Mnemonic Trick
HALCYON → HALL + CYON: imagine calm seas (halcyon) — peaceful times.
Etymology
From Greek halkyon, a mythical kingfisher associated with calm seas.
Used figuratively for tranquil, prosperous periods.
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