Magnificencia (en. Magnificence)

/maɡnifiˈθenθja/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Quality of being magnificent.
The magnificence of the cathedral left all the visitors breathless.
La magnificencia de la catedral dejó a todos los visitantes sin aliento.
Excess of luxury or grandiosity.
The banquet was a display of the emperor's magnificence.
El banquete fue una muestra de la magnificencia del emperador.
Splendor or greatness in behavior or actions.
His magnificence as a leader inspired all his followers.
Su magnificencia como líder inspiró a todos sus seguidores.

Etymology

It derives from the Latin 'magnificentia', which means 'grandeur' or 'splendor'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

magnificence of nature
It refers to the grandeur and beauty presented by the natural environment.
magnificencia de la naturaleza
to live in magnificence
It refers to living surrounded by luxury and splendor.
vivir en la magnificencia
architectural magnificence
It describes the grandeur and splendor of a construction.
magnificencia arquitectónica

Related Words

magnificent
Word that denotes greatness or splendor.
magnífico
to magnify
To increase the magnificence or appearance of something.
magnificarse

Slang Meanings

Spectacular thing
The concert was a total magnificence, I didn't expect it.
El concierto fue una magnificencia total, no me lo esperaba.
Excess or exaggeration
Your story has so much magnificence that it seems like a movie.
Tu cuento tiene tanta magnificencia que parece de película.