Splendeur (en. Splendor)

splɛ̃.dœʁ

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Brilliance, grandeur, beauty that strikes the mind.
The splendor of the mountainous landscapes is breathtaking.
La splendeur des paysages montagneux est à couper le souffle.
Grandeur, magnificence.
The castle is an example of architectural splendor.
Le château est un exemple de splendeur architecturale.
Brilliance, luster of an object or a place.
Diamonds are known for their splendor.
Les diamants sont connus pour leur splendeur.

Etymology

From Latin splendorem, which means 'brilliance, luster'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

In all its splendor
In its most beautiful or impressive state.
Dans toute sa splendeur
The splendor of nature
The magnificent and impressive aspect of nature.
La splendeur de la nature

Related Words

splendid
Which displays great wealth or beauty.
splendide

Slang Meanings

An exceptional thing.
That concert was splendid!
Ce concert était de la splendeur !
A state of intense pleasure.
I was in splendor after that meal.
J'étais en splendeur après ce repas.