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    Gloires (en. Glories)

    /ɡlwaʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    State of what is glorious, aspect of successes or worthy merits.
    The glories of this hero are celebrated throughout the country.
    Les gloires de ce héros sont célébrées dans tout le pays.
    Celebration or praise of remarkable feats.
    The glories of the army have been immortalized in history books.
    Les gloires de l'armée ont été immortalisées dans des livres d'histoire.
    Brilliance, fame acquired through extraordinary actions.
    After his victory, he tasted the glories of sport.
    Après sa victoire, il a goûté aux gloires du sport.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'gloria', meaning 'glory', 'reputation'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to seek glory
    Seeking fame or success.
    chercher la gloire
    to have glory
    Being celebrated or recognized for achievements.
    avoir la gloire
    to beat glories
    To surpass oneself or accomplish feats.
    battre des gloires

    Related Words

    glory
    State of celebrity or fame.
    gloire
    glorious
    Worthy of glory, memorable.
    glorieux
    glorification
    The act of making something glorious or praising it.
    glorification

    Slang Meanings

    To be at the peak of one's glory.
    After that last concert, he is truly at the peak of his glory.
    Après ce dernier concert, il est vraiment au sommet de sa gloire.
    Instant glory.
    His 'hit' on social media brought him instant glory.
    Son 'hit' sur les réseaux sociaux lui a apporté une gloire instantanée.