Shangri-la

noun

ˌshaŋ-gri-ˈlä How to pronounce Shangri-la (audio)
Definition of Shangri-lanext
as in utopia
an often imaginary place or state of utter perfection and happiness a dreamer who spent much of his life roaming the world in search of his personal Shangri-la

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  1. utopia
  2. paradise
  3. heaven
Noun
  • There’s a functional beauty to the nine romantic guest rooms, a close connection with nature, an outstanding equestrian program, a permaculture farm, a medicinal garden and a freeform approach to hospitality—a beautiful anarchy, an eco-luxury utopia.
    Ann Abel, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Who wouldn’t want to visit a spooky utopia where all manner of freaks are made to feel welcome?
    Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 25 Nov. 2024
Definition of utopia
Noun
  • Imagine being transported to a plastic-free paradise.
    Will Stone, NPR, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Then sink into the mineral-rich hot springs at Furnas, where the earth itself simmers beneath your feet, or wander through the botanical paradise of Terra Nostra Park, home to over 600 different types of camellias, one of the largest collections in the world.
    Alexandra Gillespie, Outside Online, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of paradise
Noun
  • The heavens are encouraging us to reassess our most significant plans and goals, perhaps calling us to review them once more in order to reach their greatest potential.
    Kyle Thomas, People.com, 22 Dec. 2024
  • The Himalayas not only reach up into the heavens but plunge deep into the mantle beneath, with a mountain root that reaches some 155 miles below the surface.
    Carly Miller, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
Definition of heaven
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“Shangri-la.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Shangri-la. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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