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    Glory

    /ˈɡlɔːri/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    High renown or honor won by notable achievements.
    The athlete achieved glory at the Olympics.
    Magnificence or great beauty.
    The glory of the sunset took everyone's breath away.
    A state of great happiness or joy.
    She felt a sense of glory when she received the award.
    The divine presence of God as seen in religious contexts.
    The church was filled with the glory of the Lord.
    verb
    To take great pleasure or pride in something.
    He glories in his accomplishments.

    Etymology

    Middle English, from Old French 'glorie', from Latin 'gloria'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    glory days
    A time of great success or popularity.
    in all its glory
    In a magnificent or splendid manner.
    the glory of God
    The greatness and holiness of God, often used in religious contexts.

    Related Words

    glorious
    Having glory; splendid or magnificent.
    glorify
    To praise and worship; to honor or exalt.
    glorification
    The act of glorifying or the state of being glorified.

    Slang Meanings

    A state of overwhelming satisfaction or happiness.
    After that win, the whole team was on a glory high.
    A moment of intense pride or achievement.
    That trophy was pure glory for the club.