Elysium

[ih-lizh-ee-uh m, ih-lee-zhee-, ih-liz-, ih-lee-zee-, ih-lizh-uh m] /ɪˈlɪʒ i əm, ɪˈli ʒi-, ɪˈlɪz-, ɪˈli zi-, ɪˈlɪʒ əm/

noun

Also called Elysian Fields. Classical Mythology. the abode of the blessed after death.

any similarly conceived abode or state of the dead.

any place or state of perfect happiness; paradise.

an area in the northern hemisphere of Mars, appearing as a light region when viewed telescopically from the earth.

Origin

1590-1600; < Latin < Greek Ēlýsion (pedíon) the Elysian (plain)

British Dictionary definitions for elysian fields

Elysium

/ɪˈlɪzɪəm/

noun

(Greek myth) Also called Elysian fields. the dwelling place of the blessed after death See also Islands of the Blessed

a state or place of perfect bliss

Word Origin

C16: from Latin, from Greek Ēlusion pedion Elysian (that is, blessed) fields

Word Origin and History for elysian fields

Elysium

1590s, from Latin Elysium, from Greek Elysion (pedion) "abode of the blessed" (see Elysian).

elysian fields in Culture

Elysian Fields [(i-lizh-uhn)]

In classical mythology, the place where souls of the good went after death: a peaceful and beautiful region, full of meadows, groves, sunlight, and fresh air.

Note: Figuratively, “Elysian Fields” are a place of supreme happiness and bliss.