angel

• 指被认为侍奉、代理或传达上帝旨意的灵体，即天使；也用来形容善良、美丽的人。

A noun referring to a spiritual being believed to act as an attendant, agent, or messenger of God, or a kind and beautiful person.

1. Spiritual beingA2formal

   A supernatural being in many religions who acts as a messenger or servant of God.

   灵体

   • The angel appeared to the shepherds in the Bible.
   • She believed her guardian angel protected her.
   • Angels are often depicted with wings and halos.

   同义词archangelcherubseraph

2. Very kind personA2informal

   A person who is exceptionally kind, helpful, or beautiful.

   心地善良的人

   • You are an angel for helping me with this.
   • My grandmother was a real angel to everyone.
   • Thanks for the ride, you're an angel!

   同义词darlingdeargemparagonsaintsweethearttreasure

   反义词beastdevilfiendmonster

3. Financial investorC1formalamericanbusiness

   A wealthy individual who provides financial backing for a startup or business venture.

   天使投资人

   • The startup secured funding from an angel investor.
   • Angel investors often take high risks for potential high returns.
   • She became an angel for several tech companies.

   同义词backerbenefactorpatronsponsorsupporter