Definition:
walk on air, to - To feel exuberantly joyful, almost as if floating above the ground.
Example:
John Keats, in his romantic poem Isabella, describes two lovers:
“Parting they seemed to tread upon the air, Twin roses by the zephyr blown apart only to meet again more close.”
Synonyms:
- On cloud nine 🌥️
- In seventh heaven 😇
- Over the moon 🌝
- Floating on clouds ☁️
- On top of the world 🌏
Antonyms:
- Down in the dumps 😞
- Feeling blue 🎵
- In the doldrums 😔
- On a downer 📉
- Under the weather 🌧️
Humor-Filled Quote:
“I knew I was in trouble when I felt like walking on air but everyone kept telling me my feet should be on the ground!” - Ann O. Nymphous
Related Phrases and Proverbs:
- On cloud nine: Unlike walking on air where you might actually descend to touch the ground occasionally, being on cloud nine indicates that no gravity-bound worries can drag you back down! ☁️
- In seventh heaven: This one’s for the angels among us; originally from an Islamic concept of the heavens, but certainly relevant after a marvelous night out or a fantastic achievement. 😇
Suggested Literary References:
- Poetry: “Ode to a Nightingale” by John Keats – Feel your spirit ascend as you read Keats’ ode of unparalleled beauty! 📜
- Books: “Moving Up, Moving On” by W. Brightside – A tale of triumph amidst trials, leaving you floating with a better perspective on life.
- Movies: “La La Land” – Filled with dreams and dances; after watching, don’t be surprised if you find yourself dancing on air down the sidewalk. 💃🕺
Music Playlist:
- “Dancing on the Ceiling” by Lionel Richie – A perfect track to describe the unmatched joy of achieving something amazing. 🕺
- “Walking on Sunshine” by Katrina and the Waves – An immediate mood-lifter that could make anyone feel like they’re walking on air. ☀️
### Which of these is a real idiom?
- [x] Walk on air
- [ ] Poking at cotton moons
- [ ] Dancing with elephant steps
- [ ] Laughing on wooden wings
> **Explanation:** "Walk on air" is a genuine idiom describing the joy of feeling ecstatic. The rest are just whimsical inventions.
### Which phrase is genuine?
- [ ] Floating with rhino's feet
- [x] On top of the world
- [ ] Skipping on dragonfly wings
- [ ] Running on an ant's path
> **Explanation:** "On top of the world" is a recognized idiom indicating a perfect state of euphoria. The rest, well, they do create vivid imaginations!
### True or False: 'Over the moon' means feeling pleasantly surprised or intensely happy
- [x] True
- [ ] False
> **Explanation:** Absolutely true! "Over the moon" signifies pure happiness, and perhaps a glance at a spectacular lunar event might evoke similar feelings. 🌕
May your joy overflow as if you’re forever “walking on air.” Remember, even on days when your feet feel heavy, a little light-hearted lexicon can lift your spirits. Take care and may you always find yourself over the moon! 🌈
