Splendor

/ˈsplɛndər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

magnificent and splendid appearance; grandeur.

The splendor of the palace was awe-inspiring, with its gilded ceilings and ornate decorations.

brilliant or gorgeous appearance.

The splendor of the sunset painted the sky with hues of orange and pink.

great brightness, luster, or brilliance.

The splendor of the diamonds in the jewelry store caught everyone's attention.

a magnificent or grand quality.

The splendor of the forest in autumn, with its vibrant foliage, was a sight to behold.

highly impressive or splendid quality.

The splendor of the athlete's performance left the audience cheering for more.

From Latin splendor, meaning 'brightness, luster, or magnificence.'

in all its splendor

In a state of full beauty or magnificence.

the splendor of nature

The beauty and majesty found in the natural world.

splendor in the grass

Beauty or magnificence that may be fleeting or ephemeral.

splendid

Magnificent or very impressive.

splendiferous

Extraordinarily impressive; splendid.

splendacious

Full of splendor; splendid.

Amazing or excellent.

That party was pure splendor!

Over-the-top beautiful or luxurious.

Her dress was just splendor, like nothing I've ever seen!