Elysium
Americannoun
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Also called Elysian Fields. Classical Mythology. the abode of the blessed after death.
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any similarly conceived abode or state of the dead.
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any place or state of perfect happiness; paradise.
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an area in the northern hemisphere of Mars, appearing as a light region when viewed telescopically from the earth.
noun
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Also called: Elysian fields. Greek myth the dwelling place of the blessed after death See also Islands of the Blessed
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a state or place of perfect bliss
Etymology
Origin of Elysium
First recorded in 1590–1600; from Latin, from Greek Ēlýsion ( pedíon ) “the Elysian (plain),” located in book 4 of the Odyssey on the western edge of the earth, by the stream Oceanus
Example Sentences
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Elysium Healthcare, which runs the unit, dismissed two healthcare assistants for gross misconduct because of concerns about the quality of observations carried out.
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
The emails show the relationship between Epstein and Barrett extended beyond Elysium.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026
Devon's a disheveled, sweaty wreck storming the gates of the Kells’ orderly Elysium precisely when Michaela’s garden party is kicking off, the first of several she's planned for that weekend.
From Salon • Jun. 5, 2025
Those include Celestis and Elysium Space, companies that memorialize people by sending some of their remains to space.
From New York Times • Jan. 7, 2024
“This way to the Elysium Fields. Keep left,” a High Walker called out.
From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton
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