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splendor Definition

splen·dor (splendər)

noun

  1. great luster or brightness; brilliance
  2. magnificent richness or glory; pomp; grandeur

Etymology: ME splendure < OFr splendeur < L splendor < splendere, to shine: see splendid

splendor Related Forms
splen·dor·ous (-dər əs) adjective or splen·drous-drəs
splendor Synonyms

splendor

n.

splendor Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • era: Watch the splendor of a bygone era when around 15 of the majestic Thames Sailing Barges race for various trophies.
  • palace: There's the fairytale splendor of a Victorian Palace.
  • glory: When I shall extinguish the splendor of the glory of thy Kingdom out of Heaven, tribulation shall cover thee &c.
  • world: Verily, the thing I fear most for you all is what Allah will allow you to acquire of the splendor of this world.
  • bird: The pagan Meccans, impressed by the splendor of these birds, therefore described their goddesses by an analogous reference to them.
  • life: Qatadah and As-Suddi said, " The splendor of this worldly life means the beautiful adornments of the life of this world.

Converse of object

  • enjoy: Enjoy the splendor of our protected coral reef adorned with tropical marine life.
  • experience: You can experience the splendor of the RMS Titanic.
  • discover: Discover royal splendor from prehistory to the Renaissance, from the Middle Ages to the 19th century.
  • reflect: Chutney Mary's was designed to reflect the splendor of the cuisine.

Adjective modifier

  • natural: Here natural splendor forms the perfect setting for cosmopolitan pursuits.
  • original: The Best Western master builder's house hotel has undergone a total refurbishment and has been restored to its original splendor.
  • full: As he got up and started walking I was able to see him now in his full splendor and majesty.
  • Georgian: The house was built in 1740 and oozes Georgian splendor and Victorian charm.
  • royal: The focus of wedding planning services from Langtry Manor Hotel is to create your special day in royal splendor.
  • glorious: Two men, Moses and Elijah, appeared in glorious splendor, talking with Jesus.

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