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What is another word for Eloi?

Pronunciation: [ɪlˈɔ͡ɪ] (IPA)

Eloi, a term originating from H.G. Wells' novel "The Time Machine", refers to a future race of tranquil and naïve beings. While Eloi is a specific term, several synonyms can capture the essence of these innocent creatures. Another word that can be used interchangeably is "innocent". This emphasizes the purity and lack of malice in their nature. Additionally, "untouched" conveys their inherent naivety and separation from the harshness of the world. Another synonym is "childlike", highlighting their simplicity and child-like wonder. Lastly, "blissful" encapsulates their peaceful and carefree existence. These synonyms beautifully capture the essence of the Eloi, bringing forth their characteristics through different perspectives.
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It was not quite dark, because there was a kind of suffused light from the hidden moon, so that I could see the black mass of the cathedral city, the storm-centre of this battle, and away behind me to the left the tall, broken towers of Mont-St.-Eloi, white and ghostly looking, across to the Vimy Ridge.
"From Bapaume to Passchendaele, 1917"
Philip Gibbs
On the night of June 6 they lay by St.-Eloi, in the salient opposite the Mound, a famous heap of earth taken over by the glorious old 3rd Division, and lost when the Canadians were violently attacked a year ago.
"From Bapaume to Passchendaele, 1917"
Philip Gibbs
We know that they had no chance of getting near our lines because of our far-reaching fire, and the work of our aircraft-and the men of Messines and Wytschaete and all the ground south of St.-Eloi were cut off and captured, if they did not die.
"From Bapaume to Passchendaele, 1917"
Philip Gibbs

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