angel synonyms

angel

n.

  1. A heavenly messenger

    seraph, supernatural being, God's messenger, Angel of Death, good angel, dark angel, archangel, guardian angel, spirit, sprite, cherub, ministering spirit, celestial spirit, winged being, glorified spirit, attendant of God, invisible helper, heavenly spirit, saint, host of heaven.

    Antonyms devil*, demon*, fiend. *

  2. *A financial supporter

    benefactor, supporter, backer of theatrical performances; see patron 1, sponsor. See syn. study atsponsor.

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