Splendor meaning

splĕn'dər
Splendor is defined as great brilliance, richness or glory.

An example of splendor is the decor in an elegantly decorated wedding reception hall.

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Great light or luster; brilliance.
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Great fame; glory.
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Magnificent appearance or display; grandeur.
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Something grand or magnificent.
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Great luster or brightness; brilliance.
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Magnificent richness or glory; pomp; grandeur.
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The splendor of the Queen's coronation was without comparison.

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Great fame or glory.
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Origin of splendor

From Anglo-Norman splendur, splendour, or directly from its source Latin splendor, from the verb splendere (“to shine").

Sentence Examples

  • New, disease resistant trees are bringing back the splendor of what has been called one of the prettiest towns in New England.

  • They don't look like much on their own, but edible decorations such as candies, chocolate pieces, sprinkles, luster dust, and dragees can add a lot of sparkle and splendor to a cake.

  • Visiting the grounds of this castle, it is easy to imagine that the kings of France used such a place a hunting retreat; what is unimaginable is the size and the splendor of the building itself.

  • There, surrounded by synchophants, toadies (literally) and fellow smugglers, Jabba spends his time in Fall of the Roman Empire splendor, playing gladiator games with his captives.

  • The rustic interior design in Park City, Utah, definitely reflects the splendor of the great outdoors with a mixture of charming cabins, grand lodges, and posh resorts.

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